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Earth Science – (M.Sc.)
University of Bergen
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| Application Deadline: | February 1 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | Free - | ||
| Location: | Bergen / Norway | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | January, August |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Bergen
The programme aims to give you as a student a broad general knowledge of geoscience, as well as research skills in your chosen speciality. Candidates generally find employment in the oil industry, within research, or as private or civic consultants. Master´s projects range from dealing with theoretical aspects of solid Earth physics to applied geology, and aim to make use of each student´s individual skills and background.
The course programme and the master´s thesis also take advantage of the fact that Western Norway offers a unique environment for different types of field geology, ranging from Quaternary and glacial geology to Precambrian orogenic and magmatic processes. The proximity to the North Sea oil fields, and the access to two ocean going research vessels equipped for marine reflection seismics, mean that you will have excellent opportunities within petroleum research and marine research. As a master student you will also have access to a wide range of modern laboratory and computer facilities.
Within the Master´s Programme in Earth Science you can choose between four specialisations, mirroring the four main research groups at the department:
- Petroleum Geoscience
- Geodynamics
- Marine Geoscience
- Quaternary Geology and Paleoclimate
Contents
A master´s programme in earth science consists of an independent scientific work (the master´s thesis) of 60 ECTS credits, and courses or special topics of 60 ECTS credits. You will choose the courses in agreement with your academic supervisor. The Joint Master's programme involves independent scientific work of 30 ECTS credits and courses consisting of 90 ECTS credits, 30 ECTS credits of which are obtained at a partner university in Europe.
Master's thesis
In agreement with your academic supervisor, you will choose a master´s thesis (60 ECTS credits) and make a progression plan containing important milestones for your project. The master´s thesis may have a theoretical character (modelling and simulation), or an experimental character, but it will often be a combination of these. The Joint Master's thesis is worth 30 ECTS credits.
Method
When working with your master´s thesis, you will make use of relevant methods and scientific techniques to study your material. The master´s thesis may be based on your own field work, or be of a more theoretical or experimental character.
Professional Prospects
Candidates generally find employment in the oil industry, government agencies and research institutions.
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Requirements
A first degree (Bachelor´s degree) of three or four years´ duration from an approved institution of higher education, as well as proficiency in the English language.
Prerequisites
You need a Bachelor´s degree in geology, physical geography or the equivalent from an approved institution of higher education, or an equivalent background accepted by the University of Bergen.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Accreditation
The University of Bergen is one of three Norwegian universities accredited by the US Department of Education. That means that, for more than twenty years now, it has been possible for American students wishing to study at the University of Bergen to apply for financial support from the American student loan programme (FFELP) under the US Department of Education. UiB's accreditation entails regular thorough evaluations of its quality systems by external evaluators.
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