Overview

The works carried out at CHYN are dedicated to the water and energy resources of the underground environment. They target multiple fundamental and applied aspects in operational hydrogeology, hydrodynamics, hydrochemistry, geochemistry, geothermal energy, geostatistics and mathematical modeling.

We offer a master degree in Hydrogeology and Geothermal Engineering at the University of Neuchâtel. Aspects related to prospecting and exploitation works, as well as to the characterization and protection of reservoirs constitute an important part of the program.

Particular emphasis is also placed on groundwater contamination processes, on diagnostic and remediation techniques for polluted sites and on the principles of extracting geothermal resources from shallow, medium and great depths.

Careers

Hydrogeology and geothermics benefit from a favourable situation on the job market, both in Switzerland and internationally. Graduates of the Hydrogeology/ Geothermics programme of the University of Neuchâtel are sought by groundwater engineering and consulting companies, by major water and energy suppliers, as well as by public administrations. Hydrogeologists are also frequently recruited by development and humanitarian organisations.

Programme Structure

Modules included:

Hydrological and hydrogeological processes

Groundwater chemistry and microbiology

Geodynamics, earthquake physics and geothermics

Hydrogeological systems

Engineering geology and geotechnics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Disciplines

Geology Hydrology & Water Management

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The prerequisite for access to a Master program is a successfully completed Bachelor program in a related subject.

A Bachelor degree obtained in a non-related subject and/or in a foreign country gives its holder access to Master programs under certain conditions. Further requirements may be asked (e.g. 30 or 60 additional ECTS before the Master program, additional studies during the Master program).
For admission to specialized Master programs, the University sets additional requirements, equally applicable to all candidates.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1580 CHF / year

≈ 1580 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1030 CHF / year

≈ 1030 CHF / year

Living costs

Neuchâtel

Switzerland

1490 - 2050 CHF / month

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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