Overview

Objectives

The specific objective of the Laurea magistrale (MS degree) in Geophysics at The University of Milan is to train master's doctors who have the ability to:

develop and apply mathematical and numerical models of geophysical and environmental systems and processes involving atmosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, lithosphere and interior of the Earth;
design and carry out geophysical observation and exploration of the planet Earth at different scales, with particular reference to geophysical surveys applied to the environment, cultural heritage, civil and infrastructural engineering, research and exploitation of natural resources;
analyse and design activities for the mitigation of natural and environmental risks, also aimed at intervention in the prevention and emergency phases, independently or in working groups together with professionals with other specializations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Earth Materials: Genesis, Composition, Evolution, Properties
Geological Environments and Structures
Continuum Physics
Physics of the Hydrosphere and the Cryosphere
Seismology and Laboratory
Data Analytics, Forward and Inverse Modeling: Geophysical and Environmental Fluid Dynamics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milano, Italy

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 8 other Masters in Earth Sciences in Italy

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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Other requirements

General requirements

The admittance to the MS in Geophysics requires the possession of curricular requirements relating to the first-level degree, the skills and knowledge acquired in specific scientific-disciplinary sectors, as well as the possession of adequate personal preparation.
The mathematical, physical and computer disciplines constitute the methodological substrate used in the geophysical field. Adequate knowledge of these disciplines is provided by many first-level university courses in science and engineering.
Therefore, to be admitted to the MS in Geophysics, the student must hold a scientific or engineering degree (Laurea), or other qualification obtained abroad recognized as suitable based on current legislation, which satisfies the minimum curricular requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

312 EUR / year

≈ 312 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

312 EUR / year

≈ 312 EUR / year

Additional Details

First instalment: 156 EUR per semester
Second instalment: varies according to ISEE University value, degree program and student status

Living costs

Milano

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / 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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