The Chair of Geophysics was founded in 1960. From their 1st year students of the chair have their own training plans which are different from those for other geological specializations. This is due to the need in in-depth study of mathematics and physics; therefore, the training at the chair takes more time than at the other geological chairs. The chair of Geophysics trains specialists in applied geophysics with an emphasis in theory and mathematical modelling of geophysical phenomena. Training is carried out within a “4+2”scheme: 4 years for Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years for Master’s Degree.

Geophysical methods are studied starting from the 2nd year. After their 2nd and 3rd year, students take part in summer geophysical field trips to Khakassia and the Ob Sea. After their 3rd year, students have a work practice in various parts of Siberia and the Far East, at their choice.

Basic training (Bachelor's programme) allows students to major in specific geophysical methods. Majoring starts at the 4th year when students are choosing subjects for their bachelor thesis. A graduate with a Bachelor's degree can work in geophysical expeditions, computation centers of research organizations and industrial companies.

Most graduates continue their education at Master's Program and the best of them enter the postgraduate department of NSU or Institute of Petroleum Geology and Geophysics of SB RAS. Many graduates continue their studies at leading universities abroad. The choice of scientific supervisor and dissertation subject defines future specialization of the Master student in one of geophysical areas. Master students gain fundamental theoretical knowledge and skills in solving various geophysical problems. The chair graduates are highly qualified, able to work in research institutes, leading petroleum and geophysical companies, in other industrial areas where a high professional qualification required.

Among our graduates there are more than 600 geophysical engineers, about 150 holders of Bachelor’s and 160 Master’s degrees in Geophysics. They are working in research organizations and educational institutions as well as in the leading Russian and foreign corporations.