Program Overview

University Master's Degree in Geological Engineering

The University Master's Degree in Geological Engineering is a postgraduate program that provides scientific, technical, and methodological training for professionals in the field of Geological Engineering. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in consultancy, analysis, design, calculation, project, planning, management, and administration of works, facilities, and actions carried out in the field of Geological Engineering and related sectors.

Objectives and Career Options

The program has several general objectives, including:

• Providing scientific-technical and methodological training for the exercise of professional functions in Geological Engineering
• Enabling students to lead, plan, and supervise multidisciplinary teams
• Understanding the technical, legal, and property conditioning factors that arise in the project of a work or action related to Geological Engineering
• Knowledge, understanding, and application of necessary legislation in the exercise of the profession of Geological Engineer
• Ability to design, execute, manage, and inspect geotechnical works, such as earth retaining structures, surface and underground foundations, and more

The program offers various career opportunities, including:

• Engineering Consultancy
• Construction
• Special Foundations
• Geotechnical and Quality Control Laboratories
• Technical Control Organisations (TCO)
• Natural Resources Research
• Environmental Assessment and Regeneration
• Thematic Mapping and GIS Services
• Water Resources Management
• Waste Treatment and Management
• Research and Development

Structure

The program consists of 90 ECTS credits, distributed into:

• Compulsory subjects (63 credits)
• Optional subjects (15 credits)
• Master's Degree Final Project (12 credits)

The program is structured into three semesters, with the following distribution of subjects:

• First semester: core compulsory training, common to all students
• Second semester: advanced subjects related to geotechnology, seismic engineering, and ground instrumentation, as well as the specialisation block
• Third semester: training students in subjects related to project management and R&D&I management, introduction to research, and completion of the Master's thesis

Distinctive Features

The program has several distinctive features, including:

• Extensive applied technical training
• Possibility of extra-curricular work experience in companies in the geological engineering sector
• Access to PhD programs and other professional and/or research postgraduate courses

Resources and Facilities

The University of Alicante has various technological resources and materials available to students, including:

• Wireless network (EDUROAM)
• Computer classrooms
• Videoconference rooms
• Virtual Campus
• University Library

Further Education

After completing the Master's degree, students can take a PhD program or third-cycle university studies, related to the Master's degree they have completed or to related areas.

Scholarships and Funding

Information on existing scholarships and grants to study university degrees is available on the University of Alicante's website.

University Life

Further information on the campus and activities and resources available, organized by or related to the University of Alicante, can be found on the university's website.