Master's Programme in Earth Science - Geology

About this programme

Do you want to be involved in the green transition for sustainable exploration and extraction of mineral resources? Contribute to safe and sustainable locations of buildings, tunnels or nuclear waste? Have an impact on informed natural hazard mitigation associated with volcanoes and landslides? The Master's Programme in Earth Science, specialising in Geology, will enable you to contribute to the sustainable use of Earth's resources for the future. Expand the information below to show details on entry requirements, programme-specific documents, selection criteria and tuition fees. A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. This requirement can be met either by achieving the required score on an internationally recognised test, or by previous upper secondary or university studies in some countries. Students are selected based on an overall appraisal of previous university studies, a statement of purpose and other relevant experience. In addition to the general supporting documents, you also need to submit a programme-specific statement of purpose (1 page). The statement of purpose should provide a clear motivation for the chosen programme and specialisation; include information on your Bachelor's thesis (if any) and its relevance to the programme; and describe other relevant experience, e.g. fieldwork, internships, work experience, previous studies abroad, involvement in a student union or academic societies, communication s