Program Overview

Master's Program in Earth and Planetary Sciences, Environment

The Master's program in Earth and Planetary Sciences, Environment at the University of Lyon 1 is a research-oriented program that provides students with a comprehensive education in the field of Earth sciences.

Program Description

The program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the principles of Earth sciences, including geology, planetology, and environmental sciences. The program is taught by renowned international researchers who are experts in their field. The first year of the program consists of a core curriculum that provides students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a career in research and development (R&D). The second year allows students to specialize in a specific area of interest, such as paleontology, sedimentology, or geochimie.

Program Structure

• The program is a two-year program, with the first year consisting of a core curriculum and the second year allowing students to specialize in a specific area.
• The program is taught in French and English.
• The program is co-accredited with the University of Lyon 1, the Ecole Normale Supťrieure de Lyon, and the University of Saint-Etienne.

Admission Requirements

• Students must have a solid background in Earth sciences, with a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Students must have a good level of English, as the program is taught in both French and English.
• The program is selective, with only 24 places available.

Career Opportunities

• The program provides students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a career in R&D.
• Graduates of the program have gone on to pursue successful careers in academia and industry, both in France and internationally.
• Over 90% of graduates from the program have gone on to pursue a Ph.D.

Research Areas

• The program covers a wide range of research areas, including:
  • Geology
  • Planetology
  • Environmental sciences
  • Paleontology
  • Sedimentology
  • Geochimie

Program Responsibilities

• The program is managed by the University of Lyon 1 and the Ecole Normale Supťrieure de Lyon.
• The program is taught by renowned international researchers who are experts in their field.

Unitťs d'Enseignement (UE)

• The program consists of a range of UE, including:
  • Core curriculum
  • Specialized courses
  • Research projects

Indicators and Statistics

• The program has a strong track record of graduate employment, with over 90% of graduates going on to pursue successful careers.
• The program is highly selective, with only 24 places available.