Program Overview

Master in Earth and Planet Sciences, Environment: Solid Earth Science

The International Master in Solid Earth Sciences (IMSES) is a one-year program set up at the second year of the European Master level. Its objective is to train top-level solid-earth geoscientists in the fields of geophysics, geology, or geochemistry.

Course Overview

• The program is taught in English and is located at the Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP), Paris, France.
• The program awards a Master in Earth, Planetary and Environmental Sciences – Solid Earth Sciences degree.
• The program duration is 1 year, full-time.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum four years of undergraduate/master’s degree, European M1 level or USA/Asian B4 (senior) equivalent, in (geo-) physics, (geo-) chemistry, geology, computer science, mathematics, and/or engineering.
• Fluency in English is required, with a good level in English, minimum B2, ideally C1.

Skills and Competencies Developed

• Acquire fundamental knowledge and get exposure to state-of-the-art techniques in areas of Solid Earth sciences (Geophysics, Geochemistry, or Geology).
• Develop critical analysis skills and oral and written science communication skills.

Program Details

• A maximum of 10 students coming from all over the world are admitted each year.
• Non-French students may be awarded a fellowship (1000 euros/month for 10 months; up to 7 fellowships awarded each year).
• A wide range of courses are available, all taught in English.
• Training through research work and complex problem-solving allows IMSES graduates to subsequently pursue a PhD in academia or work in industry.