Earth Sciences Master

Understanding the Earth’s System

Our earth is an open system, consisting of matter and energy, which alters due to various processes. Earth scientists attempt to understand this complex system using methods from all areas of science. 

Credits ECTS: 120
Language of instruction: English

Structure:

Students define the focus of their Master’s degree through their choice of specialisation. The Geology specialisation is concerned with the interaction between the earth’s mantle, the earth’s crust, the hydrosphere and atmosphere, as well as the development cycle of rocks from sedimentation to deformation at all scales. Mineralogy and Geochemistry examines the earth’s materials in the field and in the laboratory to better understand the origins and composition of the planets, conditions in the earth’s core, volcanic activity and the development of valuable raw materials. Engineering Geology takes a practical approach to address the interdependence of our society and the geological substratum, e.g. in the context of construction projects, slump and rockslides.

Geophysics looks for quantitative answers to global issues, e.g. plate tectonics, the earth’s magnetic field and the occurrence and risk of earthquakes.

Specialisations:

Geology; Mineralogy and Geochemistry; Engineering Geology; Geophysics

Unconditional transfer from:

Earth Sciences Bachelor

Further information:

Programme

Department D-ERDW

Contact:

Karin Mellini

Director of studies: Prof. Dr. Paul Tackley

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