Overview

The Experimental Geosciences program of University of Bayreuth encompasses a number of traditional scientific fields: mineralogy, crystallography, solid state physics, inorganic chemistry, material sciences, geochemistry and cosmochemistry, as well as geophysics. Only by integrating these diverse subfields can one fully understand structure and dynamics of the Earth.

Profile of the Master’s Programme

The M.Sc. programme ‘Experimental Geosciences’ is centred on the expertise of Bayerisches Geoinstitut (Bavarian Research Institute of Experimental Geochemistry and Geophysics, BGI). BGI is a central research facility at the University of Bayreuth and a global leader in research and training in experimental geochemistry and geophysics. The institute is also involved in materials science research and has developed strong relationships with industry partners.

In the M.Sc. programme, students are integrated into small research groups 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 language of instruction is English.

Fields of Employment

Over the course of their studies, students build up a solid expertise in earth and materials science that will allow them to pursue a career in industry or academia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diffraction Methods

Exercises to Diffraction Methods

High Pressure Experimental Techniques

Spectroscopic Methods

Exercises to Spectroscopic Methods

Exercises to Thermodynamics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Geology View 18 other Masters in Earth Sciences in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Detailed B.Sc. (or equivalent) degree certificate, including official transcript. If the B.Sc. will be obtained after the application deadline, an official certificate of the classes attended and the grades obtained must be provided.

CV in tabulated form

A statement explaining the interest in studying ‘Experimental Geosciences’, not to exceed two pages (12pt font, in English).

Evidence of strong command of English, documented by a high school degree, a BSc, a thesis completed in English, or an English language certificate equivalent to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Application form

Contact information for a letter of reference by a former supervisor

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Tuition Fee

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International

326 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 163 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

326 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 163 EUR per semester during 24 months.

This is a semester fee which is composed of the contribution towards the student services and the semester ticket for public transportation.

Living costs for Bayreuth

630 - 1000 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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