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:
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
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Language
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Credits
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Geology View 8 other Masters in Geology in SwedenAcademic requirements
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English requirements
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Student insurance
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- 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/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 310000 SEK for the full programme during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SEK for the full programme during 24 months.
Living costs for Lund
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.
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Scholarships Information
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