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Environmental Geosciences

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Tuition EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2028-02-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Lausanne, Switzerland
Language English, French

Program Overview

The Environmental Geosciences at University of Lausanne is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences taught in English, French over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Environmental Geosciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Switzerland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English, French
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
  5. Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Environmental Geosciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Physical and Chemical Processes of the Environment
  2. Risk Analysis, Monitoring and Representation
  3. Environmental Social Issues.This module includes compulsory blocks, optional blocks, and finally the possibility of a free choice of course credits. The dissertation constitutes the final course module.
  4. Common courses off campus
  5. Environmental seminar
  6. Communication courses
  7. Joint environmental project
  8. Etc.
  9. Stable Isotopes as Environmental Markers
  10. Environmental Biochemistry
  11. Air, Soil and Water Pollution
  12. Etc.
  13. Quantitative Advanced Risks and Vulnerability
  14. Risks and Dangers Associated with Landslides
  15. Analysis of Environmental Data
  16. Etc.
  17. Representation and Social Construction of Risks
  18. Analysis of Environmental Controversies
  19. Ethics of the Environment and Sustainable Development
  20. Territorial Risk and Policy
  21. Urban Agriculture
  22. Etc.
  23. Analytical Methods
  24. Methods and Risks
  25. 40 ECTS credits

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Candidates must be holders of a Bachelor of Science in Geosciences and Environment degree awarded by the University of Lausanne, or of a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in Geography, Environmental Studies or Earth Sciences awarded by a Swiss university. Another degree or academic title may be judged equivalent and give access to the Master\xc2\x92s degree course, with or without further conditions.

Teaching language: Mainly French, with a few courses in English. Recommended level: C1. The dissertation may be written in English.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Lausanne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Lausanne

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University of Lausanne

Lausanne, Switzerland

The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a prestigious public research institution in Switzerland, originally founded in 1537 as a school of Protestant theology. It transitioned into a university in...

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2028-02-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English, French
  • Duration 24 months
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