Overview

What you will learn

Based on solid mathematical, physical and chemical knowledge, Geosciences students at the University of Potsdam deepen their understanding of the Earth system and the complex interactions of its individual components and processes as well as their temporal variability - from the geological past to the present.

Subjects of study include the structure and composition of the Earth, transport processes at the Earth's surface as well as in the Earth's interior, and the economic and (paleo)environmental significance of these processes and materials. Students familiarize themselves with key scientific concepts in the Geosciences and acquire detailed knowledge of the state of research and current methodological approaches in selected fields.

The ability to work together in an interdisciplinary manner is fostered. Personal and transferable skills, e.g. with regard to communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, the independent implementation of projects, and the preparation of reports and presentations, are promoted through varied forms of teaching (lectures, exercises, seminars as well as laboratory and field practicals at localities throughout the world).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sedimentary Earth System Record
Tectonics and Geodynamics
Theoretical Geophysics
Advanced Mineralogy and Petrology
Data Analysis
Geophysical Inversion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

75

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geology View 20 other Masters in Geology in Germany

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

75

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Other requirements

General requirements

undergraduate academic degree in Geosciences from an institution of higher education with a standard period of study of at least three years, amounting to at least 180 credit points with a share of at least 24 credit points in the subjects of geosciences (earth sciences, mineralogy, geology, geophysics or related subjects), as well as a total of at least 36 credit points from courses in mathematics, chemistry and physics, with at least 6 credit point per subject;
proof of English language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR);
applicants who are not German, a document certifying German language skills that correspond at least to the A2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.

Tuition fees: no. Semester fees and charges: €292.40.

Living costs for Potsdam

690 - 1050 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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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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