Physics Dept. Bldg. 3rd Floor

Sub Department of Geophysics

Gadjah Mada University

Sekip Utara,Yogyakarta, 

Indonesia 55281

P.O. Box Bls 21

Tel.: +62-(0)274-522214

Facsimile :+62-(0)274-513339, 

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ABOUT GEOPHYSICS GADJAH MADA

DESCRIPTION

Geophysics is the branch of earth science which employs physical measurements & mathematical models to explore & analyze the structure & dynamics of the solid earth & similar bodies & their envelopes. Because the earth is a vast and complicated body, geophysics is a broad subject that requires an interdisciplinary approach. The major at Gadjah Mada emphasizes solid earth geophysics, so problems related to the internal constitution of the earth and its evolution are of primary concern. Most of the earth's interior is inaccessible to direct observation, so the geophysicist uses the basic principles of physics to devise indirect methods of exploring those parts of the earth that cannot be reached by shovel or drill bit. This ability to look within the earth opens up a broadrange of interesting and useful subjects for study. How has the earth evolved and how does it compare with the moon and other planets? What causes continents to move, mountains to form, and volcanoes to errupt? Why do earthquakes occur and how can their effects be mitigated? What accounts for the heat that seeps out of the earth and what causes its magnetic field? What happens to mineral when they encounter the high pressures and temperatures found deep within the earth? Where should one look for economically valuable deposits of metals and petroleum, and how can they be detected and extracted?

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The broad scope of the geophysics major opens up a wide variety of employment opportunities. Petroleum companies, mining, quarrying companies, geotechnical firms, environmental firms, and construction firms are among the potential employers in private industry. Government and local level employs geophysicist for a variety of tasks, ranging from the administration of regulations to the monitoring of earth data to the performance of original research. With the entire earth as the subject of studies, it is not unusual for many geophysical jobs to involve travel to the far corners of the globe. The employment outlook for this field is affected by the ups and downs  of the economy. World oil prices, demand for mineral products, and government budget are a few of the variables involved. However, with the flexibility that accrues from the broad of scope of the major, geophysicist in the past have adapted well to changing job markets, Students can enhance their employability through carefully selected course work, participation in internship programs, and related work experience.

VISION

to be a geophysics study program with an outstanding international quality in education, teaching and learning processes, development, application, and implementation in geophysics, to gain the success and prosperity dedicated to the people of Indonesia as well as to the whole humanity.

MISION

	Improving the ability to conduct the teaching and learning processes, in order to perform geophysics education and its implementation in the frontier, and to produce graduates with international quality dedicated to the people of Indonesia from any strata and region.
	Making efforts that Geophysics Study Program to be well known and respected by performing Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi, the three main higher education obligations, i.e., education, research, and service to the community.

UNDERGRADUATE

The Geophysics Sub  Department is designed for students with facility in math & physics and interest in geology; it provides a general background in the physical sciences, with emphasis on the physics of the earth. The Geophysics Sub Department is a small department, approximately 35 undergraduate students and 15 graduate students.

GRADUATE

The Geophysics Sub Department offers the graduate student the opportunity to develop skills in theoretical and experimental analysis, and to blend these skills with careful description in the field and laboratory. Common to all elements of the sub department is the quantitative application of mathematics, physics to geological problems. Before completing their studies at Gadjah mada, students are expected to have acquired a broad background in these sciences, as well as in the areas geophysics. A strong undergraduate background in the sciences other than geology is especially helpful, and a significant number of our graduate students have their training in physics, mathematics.

OPPORTUNITIES

	QUE Project
	Research Projects
	Autonomy-- more decentralization
	Linkages (domestic, abroad, official, private)
	Broad market

THREATS

	Continuous increasing quality in all aspect
	Globalization which allows foreign scientist to enter Indonesian market
	Continuous increasing of quality standard demanded by industries which mostly use the most modern technology.