Overview

This 2-year master programme contains 120 ECTS credit units and leads to the joint diploma of International Master of Science in Soils & Global Change.

Soils and Global Change at Ghent University graduates will…

possess a broad knowledge at an advanced level in basic disciplines (soil physics, soil biogeochemistry, land information systems, meteorology and climatology);
understand the evolution of soil (agro-/forest/natural) ecosystems under natural conditions and human-impact, as well as its relation to global change;
have the ability to characterise soil physically, biologically and chemically, using advanced techniques to understand soil processes, to translate this to soil quality and to assess the influences by and on natural and anthropogenic factors;
possess the basic methods to conduct field work (soil survey, soil profile description, soil sampling), interpret analytical data, classify the soil, and manage and interpret existing geospatial (soil) data;
have the ability to plan and execute target orientated experiments or simulations independently and critically evaluate the collected data;

Programme Structure

Courses

Pedology
Soil Chemistry
Soil Physics
Land Information Systems
Soil Genesis
Applied Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-03-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2023-05-31 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

More details

Deadlines:

The deadline for non-European students to apply for the IMSOGLO programme as a self-funding student is 31 March.
The deadline for European students to apply for the IMSOGLO programme with an IMSOGLO Consortium Scholarship or as a self-funding student is 31 May.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Soil Science Natural Sciences

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to enter the IMSOGLO programme you need to have at least an academic bachelor degree (minimum 180 ECTS credits) in pure or applied sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, civil or agricultural engineering, environmental or agricultural sciences, etc.) or an equivalent level from a recognised university or engineering college.
the obtained bachelor degree must contain at least 40 ECTS credits in natural sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics, ecology, biology, geography, environmental sciences and agricultural sciences).

Tuition Fee

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International

9000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9000 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

4500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4500 EUR per year during 24 months.

4,500 euro per year for Erasmus+ Programme Country students (all EU countries + Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, Turkey)
9,000 euro per year for Erasmus+ Partner Country students (all other nationalities)

Living costs for Gent

754 - 1205 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

For intake September, only applicants from Erasmus+ Programme Countries can apply for an IMSOGLO Consortium Scholarship:

MSOGLO Consortium Scholarship holders receive

a monthly allowance of 1000 euro during the 24 months of study
a travel allowance of 1000 euro at the start of both academic years of the IMSOGLO programme

The deadline to apply for an IMSOGLO Consortium Scholarship for student intake September is 31 May.

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Soils and Global Change.

Available Scholarships

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