Overview

The Geology, Quaternary Geology programme from Lund University provides you with specialist knowledge in Quaternary geology, i.e. the study of the ice age cycles of the past 2.6 million years, the formations they left behind and the processes that created them, which are in part still ongoing.

The education covers climate variations, glaciation history and glacial deposits. You will also get detailed insight into changes in plant and animal distributions, oceans, lakes and wetlands during the Quaternary, as well as environmental analysis and dating methods. Four courses, each worth 15 credits, make up the recommended study path:

Glacial sedimentology – processes, sediments and landform systems

Palaeoecological methods and environmental analysis

Global and regional marine geology

Quaternary climate and glaciation history

Career prospects

Demand for geological expertise will only increase in the future, to address the major societal challenges we are facing. With a Master’s degree in Geology, you will be well-equipped with both general and specific subject knowledge to tackle advanced tasks in research and qualified professional work.

Many of our students get jobs as environmental consultants or specialists within the mining, construction and engineering sectors. Others make a career in Swedish and international authorities, often centred on sustainable management of groundwater and other geological resources. You can also work in municipal planning, water engineering and environmental protection. G

eological knowledge is in demand all over the world and there are good opportunities to find jobs abroad, for example with water supply in developing countries or in major infrastructure projects.

Programme Structure

The Geology programme has three specialisations:

Bedrock Geology
Quarternary Geology
Biogeology

Courses from the different specialisations can readily be combined in a degree, such as:

Sedimentary Geology and Basin Analysis
Magmatic Petrology, Geochemistry and Geochronology
Glacial Sedimentology – Processes, Sediments and Landform Systems
Palaeoecological Methods and Environmental Analysis
Sedimentary Geology and Basin Analysis
Palaeoecological Methods and Environmental Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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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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90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

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.
Based on grades awarded for previous academic courses and a statement of purpose for the application (from the applicant s Summary sheet ).

Tuition Fee

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International

155000 SEK/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 310000 SEK for the full programme during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK for the full programme during 24 months.

Living costs for Lund

7428 - 11057 SEK /month

Living costs

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

Funding

The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Geology, Quaternary Geology.

Available Scholarships

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