Career, Employment and Job Opportunities of Geophysics in Nigeria

This article would help you get enlightened on the career, employment or job opportunities available for graduates in geophysics in Nigeria.

Before I proceed, it is important you have a glance on what geophysics is in Nigeria.

What is Geophysics?

Geophysics is the application of physics to study the earth, atmosphere, oceans, and near earth-space.

 Geophysics is a wide course that comprises mainly of the major sciences. Geophysics therefore covers areas in physics, planetary science, astronomy, geology, environmental science, oceanography, and meteorology.

Importance of Geophysics in Nigeria

·        Geophysics is fundamental to the needs of society. It is essential for exploring energy, water, and mineral resources, monitoring environmental impact and change, and assessing natural and manmade hazards.

·        It is important in the subsurface investigations for engineering and archaeology as well as in forensic science.

·        Geophysical methods are used to study the earth’s interior and also to determine the hypocenters of an earthquake. Through this, we can know when and where an earthquake is likely to occur in the future.

Skill Requirements to Be Successful In Geophysics in Nigeria

·        Excellent communicative skill

·        Good IT skill to process data and produce three-dimensional models of geophysical features

·        Problem-solving skill

·        Management skill

·        Analytic skill

·        Team working skill

·        The ability to express ideas and findings clearly, both orally and in writing to produce reports and make presentations

·        A desire to travel as worldwide travel is a key feature of this career

Career Opportunities in Geophysics in Nigeria

The below, are the careers available to graduates in geophysics in Nigeria;

·        Operation geophysicist

·        Electrical geophysicist

·        Processing geophysicist

·        Quantitative geophysicist

·        Marine geophysicist

Employment Opportunities in Geophysics in Nigeria

The below, are the employment or job opportunities available to graduates in geophysics in Nigeria;

·        Oil and gas industry

·        Academic institutions

·        Natural gas industries

·        Private engineering firms

·        Federal or State Government Agencies

·        Colleges

·        Universities

Jamb UTME Subject Combination to Study Geophysics in Nigeria

·        English Language

·        Mathematics

·        Physics

·        Chemistry

O’level Subject Requirement to study Geophysics in Nigeria

You require five (5) SSCE credit passes in;

·        English Language

·        Mathematics

·        Physics

·        Chemistry and other science subjects.