Program Overview
Geologische Wissenschaften (M.Sc.)
Overview
The Master's program in Geologische Wissenschaften (Geological Sciences) is a comprehensive graduate program that covers various aspects of geology.
Studium
Über das Studium
The program provides a detailed understanding of geological sciences, including geodynamics, geomaterials, geophysics, hydrogeology, and paleontology.
Studienschwerpunkte
The program offers several areas of specialization, including:
- Geodynamik und Geomaterialien (Geodynamics and Geomaterials)
- Geophysik (Geophysics)
- Hydrogeologie (Hydrogeology)
- Paläontologie (Paleontology)
Schwerpunktübergreifendes Curriculum
The program also features an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines different areas of geological sciences.
Masterarbeit
Students are required to complete a Master's thesis as part of the program.
Studienverlauf
The program's curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of geological sciences. The study program is structured to include:
- Studienverlauf nach Studienschwerpunkt (Study program by area of specialization)
- Various modules and courses that cover different aspects of geological sciences
Standortvorteile
The program is located at the GeoCampus Lankwitz, which offers several advantages, including:
- Der Fachbereich Geowissenschaften (Department of Geological Sciences)
- Forschungsschwerpunkte (Research areas)
- Studieren im Ausland (Study abroad opportunities)
Studienalltag
The program provides students with a unique learning experience, including:
- Interviews mit Studierenden (Interviews with students)
- Semesterwoche Geologische Wissenschaften (Geological Sciences semester week)
Perspektiven
The program offers various career perspectives, including:
- Christian Sehnert, Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (Institut für Angewandte Geowissenschaften, TU Berlin)
- Lena Wiese, Sachbearbeiterin (Landesamt für Bergbau, Geologie und Rohstoffe Brandenburg)
- Michael Kramer, Mud Logger (GeoService GmbH)
- Cord Fenk, Büro für Umweltfragen (BfU) Büroleiter Berlin (Consulting)
- Nadja Drabon, Stanford University, Doktorandin (Sedimentologie)
Profile of Lena Wiese, Sachbearbeiterin (Landesamt für Bergbau, Geologie und Rohstoffe Brandenburg)
Stellen Sie Ihren Beruf kurz vor? Wie sieht Ihr Berufsalltag aus (typische Tätigkeiten, Arbeitszeiten etc.)?
As a Sachbearbeiterin in the Bohrlochbergbau (mining and geology), Lena Wiese is responsible for reviewing operational plans and issuing permits. Her work includes organizing and conducting public hearings, responding to inquiries from citizens and politicians, and participating in specialist committees.
Warum haben Sie sich seinerzeit für ein Studium der Geologischen Wissenschaften entschieden?
Lena Wiese chose to study geological sciences due to her interest in interactive natural sciences and the opportunity to participate in field trips and explore related disciplines.
Wann haben Sie sich für Ihren aktuellen Beruf entschieden und haben sich Ihre Erwartungen daran, ggf. aus Ihrer Zeit als Studierende erfüllt?
During the final third of her studies, Lena Wiese decided to pursue a career in applied geology. Her expectations have been fulfilled, although they differed from her initial goals at the beginning of her studies.
Was ist Ihrer Meinung nach das Wichtigste, das Sie während des Studiums für Ihren aktuellen Beruf gelernt haben?
Lena Wiese considers people skills, understanding different interest groups, and result-oriented work to be essential for her current profession.
Welche Zusatzqualifikationen sollte man schon während des Studiums erwerben, die für Ihren jetzigen Beruf nützlich oder essentiell sind?
Lena Wiese recommends acquiring knowledge of public law, diplomatic skills, organizational abilities, empathy, and language skills during one's studies.
Gibt es etwas im Studium, das Ihnen besonders in Erinnerung geblieben ist?
Lena Wiese fondly remembers the practical training and excursions during her studies.
Welchen Rat würden Sie StudienanfängerInnen geben, die später ebenfalls Ihren Beruf ausüben möchten?
Lena Wiese advises students to focus on practical studies in hydrogeology and water management, combined with public law, and to engage in activities with citizen-oriented institutions. She also emphasizes the importance of perseverance and setting goals.