Geology - Master's Programme 24 months Postgraduate Program By Lund University |Top Universities
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Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

85,000 SEKTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

15 Jan, 2025Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Geology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The master's education gives you in-depth knowledge in geology. You learn about the formation and structure of Earth, climate variations, prehistoric life and evolution. You work with modern methods used in geology. This includes studies in geochronology, geochemistry, isotopes, sedimentology, dating methods, palaeontology, landforms and soil formation.

You take part in lectures and exercises in well-equipped classrooms and teaching laboratories. The department has a large range of advanced research equipment. This includes geochemical analysis instruments, state-of-the-art microscopes for the analysis of rock types and microfossils as well as various dating laboratories, for example for determining the age of minerals and organic materials.

Fieldwork forms an important part of the studies. You participate in field trips both in Sweden and abroad to learn more about different types of bedrock, sediment, landscape and environmental history. The program is flexible with good opportunities for specialization and exchange studies. The program has a strong connection to research, and all teachers are researchers. The department has several world-leading research groups. The education is given in English. You practice oral and written presentations and gain good experience in group collaboration.

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Program overview

Main Subject

Geology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The master's education gives you in-depth knowledge in geology. You learn about the formation and structure of Earth, climate variations, prehistoric life and evolution. You work with modern methods used in geology. This includes studies in geochronology, geochemistry, isotopes, sedimentology, dating methods, palaeontology, landforms and soil formation.

You take part in lectures and exercises in well-equipped classrooms and teaching laboratories. The department has a large range of advanced research equipment. This includes geochemical analysis instruments, state-of-the-art microscopes for the analysis of rock types and microfossils as well as various dating laboratories, for example for determining the age of minerals and organic materials.

Fieldwork forms an important part of the studies. You participate in field trips both in Sweden and abroad to learn more about different types of bedrock, sediment, landscape and environmental history. The program is flexible with good opportunities for specialization and exchange studies. The program has a strong connection to research, and all teachers are researchers. The department has several world-leading research groups. The education is given in English. You practice oral and written presentations and gain good experience in group collaboration.

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We will get back to you as soon as possible.

Admission requirements

6.5+
3+
90+

Bachelor’s degree of at least 180 credits in geology or the equivalent. The degree must include at least 90 credits in geology.

Proficiency in English equivalent to English 6/B from Swedish upper-secondary school.

15 Jan 2025
2 Years
Sep
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

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International Students

85,000 SEK
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More programs from the university

Lund University in Sweden offers ten Bachelor’s degrees in English (BSc, BFA, BM) within the fields of science, medicine & health, business, economics & management, international studies & social sciences, and fine & performing arts.

The University is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential by providing an extensive orientation programme where new students are introduced to the University and life in Sweden. This includes a mentor programme where new arrivals get to meet current students who can then introduce them to Lund’s student life.

Tuition fees

Students who are citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are generally required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees do not apply for EU/EEA citizens. Most programmes are $12 000–$17 000 per year. However, students can receive financial aid and scholarships.


Entry requirements

To meet the general admission requirements for the Bachelor’s level, all students must have successfully completed their upper secondary education and be able to demonstrate proficiency in English by means of an internationally recognised test, e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, or the equivalent.

There may be some other country-specific requirements and individual degree programmes may have additional entry requirements. The main application period for international students is mid October–15 January for all programmes starting in the autumn semester (late August) each year.

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Lund University in Sweden is well-known for being a research-intensive university. The University offers one of the broadest ranges of degree programmes and courses in Scandinavia, based on cross-disciplinary and cutting-edge research. Because of its wide disciplinary range, interdisciplinary collaborations and engagement with wider society, Lund University is particularly well equipped to meet complex societal challenges.  

Students wishing to pursue their postgraduate education can choose from over 100 Master’s degree programmes available across a range of subject areas, including: 

  • Architecture & Design
  • Business, Economics & Management
  • Engineering & Technology
  • Environment & Sustainability
  • Fine & Performing Arts
  • Humanities & Theology
  • International Studies & Social Sciences
  • Law
  • Medicine & Health
  • Science


Another option for students is to pursue one of the European Join University Master’s degrees offered by the university in cooperation with other European universities. Lund University students can also enrol in a Pre-Master’s Preparation Programme for students who wish to boost their academic study and English language skills.

Tuition fees

Students who are citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are generally required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees do not apply to EU/EEA citizens. Most programmes are $11 000–$16 000 per year. However, students can receive financial aid and scholarships.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements for students wanting to pursue Master's level studies include having a Bachelor's degree from an internationally recognised university and demonstrating proficiency in English by means of an internationally recognised test, e.g. TOEFL, IELTS or the equivalent. Most programmes at Lund University require a level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.5.

A degree programme may have additional entry requirements that students need to fulfil in order to be considered for admission. The main application period for international students is mid October–15 January for all programmes starting in the autumn semester (late August) each year.

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