Program Overview
University Program Information
The University of Geneva offers a wide range of programs for students.
Faculties
The university has several faculties, including:
- Sciences
- Medicine
- Letters
- Sciences of society
- Economy and management
- Law
- Theology
- Psychology and educational sciences
- Translation and interpretation
- Centers and institutes
Studies
The university offers various study programs, including:
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctoral degree
- Continuing education
- Program of courses
- Exchange programs
- Library
- Health and safety
Master in Earth Sciences
The Master in Earth Sciences is a multidisciplinary program that combines fundamental sciences and practical applications.
Duration of Studies
The program lasts 2 years (4 semesters) and is worth 120 ECTS credits.
Language of Instruction
The language of instruction is English.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the program, students must have a Bachelor's degree in Earth Sciences or a related field, or a degree deemed equivalent.
Program Structure
The program consists of:
- Mandatory teachings and fieldwork (20 credits)
- Optional teachings and fieldwork (40 credits)
- Free-option teachings (10 credits)
- Research work and dissertation (50 credits)
Academic Calendar
The academic calendar can be found on the faculty's website.
French Language Requirement
No French language exam is required for non-French speaking students.
Mobility
Students can acquire a maximum of 30 credits during an exchange period.
Tuition Fees
The tuition fees are CHF 500 per semester (approximately 530 or $580).
Payment Terms
The fees must be paid at the beginning of each semester.
Career Prospects
The Master in Earth Sciences program provides students with a wide range of skills, including:
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Analysis and synthesis
- Research
- Graduates can pursue careers in:
- Research and teaching
- Applied geology offices
- Environmental expertise
- Natural resource management
- Geoenergies
- Materials and geomatics industry
- Geological risks and insurance
- Cantonal and federal administration
- Environmental and social NGOs
Research Areas
The program covers a broad range of research areas, including:
- Earth's interior
- Geobiosphere
- Climatology
- Geological risks
- Geoenergies
- Mineral resources
- The program is taught by specialists in Earth Sciences and the environment from the Universities of Lausanne and Geneva.
Excellence Scholarships
The Faculty of Sciences, with the support of external partners, has established an excellence scholarship program for outstanding and highly motivated students who wish to pursue a Master's degree in Sciences.
Eligibility Criteria
The selection of candidates is based on excellence.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is February 28th.