Geophysicist
15AI EXPOSURE TODAY15
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST60%
NOT A FORECAST60%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£28,000 - £35,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Geophysicist
Geophysicists play a crucial role in understanding the Earth's structure and processes, making significant contributions to resource exploration, environmental protection, and natural disaster prediction. Their work not only drives advancements in energy and mineral extraction but also enhances our ability to mitigate climate change impacts and safeguard communities globally.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI exposure for this job is below 50 on our index, and the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior GeophysicistIn this entry-level role, you will assist in field surveys and data collection, gaining hands-on experience while working under the supervision of senior geophysicists.£28,000 - £35,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level GeophysicistAs a mid-level geophysicist, you will take on more complex projects, leading field surveys and data analysis while mentoring junior staff.£40,000 - £55,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Geophysicist/Head of GeophysicsAt this peak career stage, you will oversee major projects, manage teams, and be responsible for strategic decision-making in geophysical research and exploration.£70,000+
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Earth Sciences (International Programme)University College London · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional ExperienceThe University of Reading · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£28,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
GeologyUniversity of Exeter · DegreeOceanographyUniversity of Southampton · DegreeEarth Sciences (International Programme)University College London · DegreeGeographyBangor University · DegreeGeography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional ExperienceThe University of Reading · DegreeGeography and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · Degree