Program Overview

Geovetenskap, Kandidatprogram

Program Overview

The Geovetenskap, Kandidatprogram is a three-year undergraduate program offered by the Institutionen för geovetenskaper at Göteborgs universitet. The program focuses on the study of the Earth's systems and processes, and how human activities affect the natural environment and societal development.

Program Details

• Program Code: N1GVS
• Level: Grundnivĺ (Undergraduate)
• Duration: 3 years
• Credits: 180 högskolepoäng (hp)
• Language: Swedish
• Study Form: Campus
• Study Pace: 100%
• Start Date: September 1, 2025
• End Date: June 4, 2028
• Application Period: March 17, 2025 - April 15, 2025
• Application Code: GU-14000

Program Content

The program consists of a combination of theoretical and practical courses, including laboratory work, field studies, and excursions. The first year focuses on the basics of geoscience, including the structure of the Earth, atmospheric and oceanic processes, and the use of geodata and digital tools. In the second and third years, students can specialize in either geology or natural geography/climatology.

Specializations

• Geology: Focuses on the study of the Earth's composition, processes, and resources. Geologists work with sustainable use of natural resources, development of green technology, and infrastructure planning.
• Natural Geography/Climatology: Focuses on the study of environmental and climate issues. Natural geographers and climatologists work with analysis of environmental impact, climate modeling, and sustainable development.

Career Opportunities

After completing the program, graduates can work in various fields, including:

• Samhällsplanering (Societal Planning)
• Infrastrukturprojekt (Infrastructure Projects)
• Mineral- och vattenresurser (Mineral and Water Resources)
• Klimat- och hĺllbarhetsfrĺgor (Climate and Sustainability Issues)
• Miljövĺrd (Environmental Protection)
• Naturresurshantering (Natural Resource Management)
• Utveckling av förnybara energisystem (Development of Renewable Energy Systems)
• Hĺllbar stadsutveckling (Sustainable Urban Development)
• Klimatpĺverkan (Climate Impact)

Admission Requirements

• Basic Eligibility: Required
• Specific Requirements: Fysik 2, Kemi 2, Matematik 4 or Matematik D
• Selection: Betyg (66%) and högskoleprov (34%)

International Opportunities

Students have the opportunity to study abroad for one semester during their second or third year. Göteborgs universitet has exchange agreements with several universities around the world, including in Australia, Scotland, Ireland, Germany, Iceland, South Africa, the Netherlands, and Canada.

Study Environment

The program is located at the Institutionen för geovetenskaper on Campus Medicinareberget in central Göteborg. The department has modern laboratories and lecture halls, and students have access to research stations and field equipment.