Curriculum Structure of the M.Sc. Geosciences (2025/2026)
The M.Sc. Geoscience comprises 120 Credit Points (CP), consisting of the following components:
- Mandatory Modules - 18 CP
- Core Modules - 24 CP
- Specialization Modules - 24 CP
- Elective Modules - 24 CP
- Master's Thesis - 30 CP
= 120 CP
The Mandantory Modules are the same for all students. Students then have the option of either specialising in one of three Majors (Geology or Geophysics or Mineralogy & Petrology), which comprise a predetermined combination of Core Modules and a choice of pre-selected Specialization Modules, or choosing their own individual combination within both Core and Specialization Modules. All students are free to choose their Elective Modules.
Students who choose one of the Majors will have it listed on their final degree, e.g., M.Sc. Geosciences (Geology).
W - only offered in the winter semester | S - summer semester only | W/S - offered in every semester | W+S - module covers both semesters
Mandatory Modules (18 CP)
Core Modules (24 CP)
Specialization Modules (24 CP)
Elective Modules (24 CP)
Master's Thesis (30 CP)
Please check the page of the Student Council (FSR) for additional information.