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Universities Offering Applied Geophysics in Nigeria (2027)

22 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Applied Geophysics. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools22

States16

About Applied Geophysics

Applied Geophysics is a science-based programme that equips students with practical knowledge of Earth's physical properties and subsurface structures. Students study seismology, gravity and magnetic surveys, electrical resistivity methods, well logging, and remote sensing techniques, alongside core physics and mathematics. The programme prepares graduates to interpret geophysical data for resource exploration, environmental assessment, and engineering investigations. Career opportunities in Nigeria are abundant, particularly within the oil and gas industry, solid minerals exploration, groundwater investigation, and environmental consultancy firms. Graduates may also pursue careers with government agencies such as the Nigerian Geological Survey Agency. Professional registration with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) is applicable for those advancing into engineering-related geophysical practice.

Adamawa (1 schools)

Modibbo Adama University, Yola, Adamawa StateUniversity

Akwa Ibom (2 schools)

Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot-Akpaden, Akwa Ibom StateUniversity
Ritman University, Ikot-Ekpene, Akwa Ibom StateUniversity

Cross River (2 schools)

Arthur Jarvis University, Akpabuyo, Cross River StateUniversity
University Of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River StateUniversity

Delta (1 schools)

Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, Delta StateUniversity

Ebonyi (1 schools)

Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi StateUniversity

Edo (1 schools)

University Of Benin, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Gombe (1 schools)

Federal University, Kashere, Gombe StateUniversity

Katsina (2 schools)

Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina StateUniversity
Umaru Musa Yaradua University, Katsina, Katsina StateUniversity

Kebbi (1 schools)

Federal University, Birnin-Kebbi, Kebbi StateUniversity

Kogi (2 schools)

Confluence University Of Science And Technology, Osara, Kogi StateUniversity
Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Kogi StateUniversity

Kwara (1 schools)

University Of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity

Lagos (1 schools)

Anchor University, Ayobo, Lagos StateUniversity

Niger (1 schools)

Federal University Of Technology, Minna, Niger StateUniversity

Ogun (1 schools)

Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun StateUniversity

Ondo (2 schools)

Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo StateUniversity
Federal University Of Technology, Akure, Ondo StateUniversity

Osun (2 schools)

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun StateUniversity
Redeemers University, Ede, Osun StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Applied Geophysics in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 22 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Applied Geophysics.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Applied Geophysics?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Applied Geophysics?

Akwa Ibom has the most institutions offering Applied Geophysics in Nigeria.