Geophysicist
38AI USED FOR38%moving to83%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £35,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Geophysicist
Geophysicists study how the Earth works using physics and maths. They look for oil and metals, understand earthquakes and volcanoes, and help protect the environment by finding cleaner energy sources.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI is already used for some of this job, but 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.£30,000 - £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.£45,000 - £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
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Mathematics and Computer Science with an Industrial YearBirmingham Community Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Mathematics with Data Science and Artificial IntelligenceThe University of Leicester · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,500 median
🎓Financial MathematicsThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Mathematics (4 years)University of Southampton · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 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.
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Data ScienceUniversity College London · DegreeStatisticsUniversity College London · DegreeMathematics and Computer Science with an Industrial YearBirmingham Community Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust · DegreeMathematics with Data Science and Artificial IntelligenceThe University of Leicester · DegreeFinancial MathematicsThe University of Surrey · DegreeMathematics (4 years)University of Southampton · Degree