Experimental Geosciences (MSc)
University of Bayreuth · Bayreuth, Europe
Duration
24 mo
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About this programme
The MSc programme in Experimental Geosciences pursues training and research in one of the central areas in Earth Sciences: the characterisation of physical and chemical properties of Earth materials to advance the understanding of processes in and properties of the solid Earth. Through the approach based on earth materials, the programme in Experimental Geosciences encompasses a number of traditional scientific fields: mineralogy, crystallography, geochemistry, geochronology and cosmochemistry as well as geophysics. Only by integrating these diverse subfields in one study programme and research effort can one advance the understanding of the solid Earth. The MSc programme in Experimental Geosciences is centred on the expertise of the Bayerisches Geoinstitut (Bavarian Geoinstitute, BGI). The BGI is a central research facility at the University of Bayreuth and one of the leading institutes in research and training in experimental geochemistry and geophysics worldwide. The institute is also involved in cosmochemistry, planetary and materials science research. In the MSc programme, students are integrated into small research groups at BGI right from the beginning. They work on independent projects under the close and personal supervision of experienced scientists. The laboratory-based work is supplemented by lectures as well as literature and research seminars. The programme is organised in four major module areas and encompasses a total of 120 ECTS credit points (CP). The module areas are: A. Experimental Methods (20 CP) B. Research Techniques, including three one-semester long research projects with research reports (55 CP) C. Optional/elective courses (10 CP) D. Master's thesis (30 CP) with presentation of work in Institute Seminar (5 CP) in the final semester of the curriculum. After completion of the Master's thesis, the study programme concludes with an oral exam. PDF Download
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Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent in a natural science or a related engineering field is required, with at least a grade of good (2.5 in the German grading system). For an application, the following material must be submitted: Official BSc (or equivalent) degree certificate Official transcript of BSc studies with a list of courses taken and grades obtained If the BSc will be obtained only between the application date and the start of the MSc studies, an official certificate of the classes attended and the grades obtained must be provided. The BSc certificate must be presented when registering for the programme. Demonstration that during the applicant's study course work in physics/geophysics and in chemistry/geochemistry has been performed, each with a minimum of 8 credit points CV in tabulated form Evidence of strong command of English (details see below) Evidence of basic command of German (completion can be postponed by one year) Statement explaining your interest in studying "Experimental Geosciences", not to exceed two pages (12pt font, in English) Contact information for a former supervisor: Your former supervisor should be available to send a letter of reference on your behalf to the university
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The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
A Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent in a natural science or a related engineering field is required, with at least a grade of good (2.5 in the German grading system). For an application, the following material must be submitted: Official BSc (or equivalent) degree certificate Official transcript of BSc studies with a list of courses taken and grades obtained If the BSc will be obtained only between the application date and the start of the MSc studies, an official certificate of the classes attended and the grades obtained must be provided. The BSc certificate must be presented when registering for the programme. Demonstration that during the applicant's study course work in physics/geophysics and in chemistry/geochemistry has been performed, each with a minimum of 8 credit points CV in tabulated form Evidence of strong command of English (details see below) Evidence of basic command of German (completion can be postponed by one year) Statement explaining your interest in studying "Experimental Geosciences", not to exceed two pages (12pt font, in English) Contact information for a former supervisor: Your former supervisor should be available to send a letter of reference on your behalf to the university English: E.G. IELTS Academic: 5.5.
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