Programmes: MAMN-GEOV Master's Programme in Earth Science - Spring 2017
Name of qualification
The master's programme leads to the degree Master of Science in Earth Science. It is a two year programme
(120 ECTS credits).
Objectives and content
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's 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 five specialisations, mirroring the five main research groups at the department:
- Quaternary geology and paleoclimate
- Geobiology
- Petroleum geoscience (Only open for international applicants residing in Norway)
- Marine geology and geophysics
- Geodynamics
Admission Requirements
Who may apply?
Self-financing degree students
The Master's Programme in Earth Science, specialization petroleum geoscience will not be offered to self-financing students the academic year 2016/17.
The selection of students for admission to the other four specializations in the Master's Programme in Earth Science - (1) Geobiology and Geochemistry, (2) Geodynamics, (3) Marin Geology and Geophysics, and (4) Quaternary Geology and Paleoclimatology, is based on the following criteria:
- You need a Bachelor's degree in Earth Science with first class results. Admission to the programme will be based on content and performance in earth science courses, which in general should not be any less than three semesters worth of courses, 90 ECTS (one and a half academic year)
- In addition practical field experience is required
- Applicants with 2nd class, upper division/B average or the equivalent will not be considered for admission. Only applicants with grades in first division will be considered.
Additional requirements and selection criteria:
- Depth and relevance of educational training
- A good knowledge and understanding of English
- Academic degree not older than two years (exceptions can be made if the applicant has relevant work experience)
- The applicant's prospects for having a productive career in the special field of study
- Consideration to ensure diversity in the pool of students admitted to the Programme
How many places?
5 places are reserved for qualified international applicants in the Master's Programme in Earth Science in the academic year 2016/2017
Application procedure
Main admission in autumn semester. For more information about the application procedure please see:
For international applicants residing abroad (Application deadline 1 December) http://www.uib.no/en/education/48772/international-masters-degree-applicants-residing-abroad
For international applicants residing in Norway (Application deadline 15 April) http://www.uib.no/en/matnat/54992/international-masters-degree-applicants-residing-norway
Administrative responsibility
Student counsellor at the Department of Earth Science
studiekonsulent@geo.uib.no
Objectives / Contents
The master¿s programme leads to the degree Master of Science in Earth Science. It is a two year programme
(120 ECTS credits).
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¿s 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
A comprehensive collaboration with the petroleum industry and participation in a number of international research programmes ensures that you will be given an education in tune with present demands. UiB¿s two national centres of excellence ¿ one in climate studies and one in petroleum research ¿ also have close ties to the department, and provide additional opportunities for master¿s projects.
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. Some of the courses are compulsory within the specialisations. You will choose the other courses in agreement with your academic supervisor.
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.
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.
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. See page 14.
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.
Autumn and spring
¿ Applicants for the Quota Scheme
¿ Self-financing degree students
Admission 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.
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.
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.
Programme structure
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. Some of the courses are compulsory within the specialisations. You will choose the other courses in agreement with your academic supervisor.
Start-up Date
Autumn and spring
Administrative Responsibility (department/centre and person)
Student counsellor at the Department of Earth Science
studiekonsulent@geo.uib.no