Program Overview

Introduction to the Geology Master's Program

The Geology Master's program at Shandong University of Science and Technology is designed to cultivate high-level talents with a strong foundation in geology and related fields. The program has a long history, dating back to 1958, and has undergone significant developments over the years.

Program Overview

The program is offered by the Earth Sciences and Engineering College, which has a strong faculty and excellent experimental conditions. The college has 22 laboratories, equipped with advanced instruments, and a total asset value of over 40 million yuan. The program focuses on basic education, technical skills, and quality education, and explores innovative talent cultivation models.

Research Areas

The program covers a wide range of research areas, including:

• Mineralogy, petrology, and mineral deposits
• Sedimentary geology and paleogeography
• Structural geology and tectonics
• Geochemistry and geophysics
• Quaternary geology and environmental geology
• Hydrogeology and engineering geology

Program Objectives

The program aims to cultivate students with a strong foundation in geology and related fields, as well as innovative and practical abilities. The program objectives are to:

• Cultivate high-level talents with a strong foundation in geology and related fields
• Develop students' innovative and practical abilities
• Prepare students for careers in geology, engineering, and related fields

Program Structure

The program is designed to be completed in 3 years, with a maximum duration of 5 years. The program consists of:

• Coursework (32 credits)
• Research and thesis (including literature review, research proposal, and thesis defense)
• Practical training and fieldwork

Coursework

The coursework includes:

• Public courses (6 credits)
• Basic theory courses (7 credits)
• Professional foundation courses (4 credits)
• Professional courses (8 credits)
• Non-credit courses (including sports, aesthetics, and labor classes)

Research and Thesis

The research and thesis component includes:

• Literature review and research proposal
• Thesis writing and defense
• Practical training and fieldwork

Program Requirements

The program requirements include:

• Completion of all coursework and research requirements
• Passing the thesis defense
• Meeting the program's language requirements (English proficiency)

Graduation and Degree Awarding

Students who complete the program requirements and pass the thesis defense will be awarded a Master's degree in Geology.

Contact Information

For more information about the program, please contact the Earth Sciences and Engineering College at Shandong University of Science and Technology.