Overview

The Master in Earth Sciences program of University of Geneva is a joint programme of the University of Geneva and the University of Lausanne's School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (Ecole lémanique des sciences de la Terre - ELSTE), and provides vast academic and practical expertise covering most branches of the Earth sciences. Particular focus is placed on reservoir geology (water, geothermics, gas, etc.), sedimentology, global changes, metalliferous deposits, geochronology and geochemistry, natural dangers and volcanology. Students have access to high-tech methods and laboratories and are involved in field studies on all continents, in cooperation with academic, research and industry partners.

Available orientations:

Geochemistry-Alpine Tectonics-Ore Deposits

Geological risk

Sedimentary, Environmental, and Reservoir Geology

PROFESSIONAL PROSPECTS

The Master in Earth Sciences leads to a number of opportunities both in Switzerland and abroad, including:

Construction of large-scale civil engineering projects
Resolution and management of ecological, environmental and land-use problems
Natural disaster risk prevention
Teaching and scientific research (secondary schools, higher education, museums)
Research on and/or exploitation of natural resources (ore, water, building materials) or energy resources (geothermics, hydrocarbons, renewable energies)

Programme Structure

Study programme

4 semesters (max. 6 semesters) | 120 ECTS credits

Required courses and field work (24 credits)
Required courses and field work, limited electives (24 credits)
Free electives (12 credits)

Research and dissertation (60 credits)

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 , National
Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Genève, Switzerland

Disciplines

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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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor in Earth and/or Environmental Sciences or a degree deemed equivalent, upon completion of up to 30 credits of supplementary courses.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

1000 CHF / year

≈ 1000 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1000 CHF / year

≈ 1000 CHF / year

Living costs

Genève

Switzerland

1925 - 2850 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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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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