Environmental Geosciences - Subject Area Physical and Chemical Processes of the Environment
University of LausanneProgram Overview
The Environmental Geosciences - Subject Area Physical and Chemical Processes of the Environment at University of Lausanne is a MSc programme in Engineering 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 engineering. 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 - Subject Area Physical and Chemical Processes of the Environment 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English, French
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 554 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 554 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Geosciences - Subject Area Physical and Chemical Processes of the Environment programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Faculty of Geosciences and Environment
- School of Geosciences and Environment
- Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Geoscience
- 120
- 4 semestres
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates are eligible for enrolment in a Master programme if they hold a Bachelor degree awarded by a Swiss university or another university qualification deemed equivalent by the Rectorate in the corresponding discipline.
Candidates holding a HES* Bachelor are admitted subject to catch up the missing theoretical bases during the Master programme.
*Haute Ecole Sp\xc3\xa9cialis\xc3\xa9e
Candidates with a Bachelor in a different field from the chosen Master programme are admitted on the condition of catching up the theoretical bases before starting their studies.
Teaching language
- Compulsory courses are given in English, but a few optional courses are given in French. Recommended level in English : C1. The dissertation, reports and exams may be written in English or French.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 554 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 554 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 554 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 554 (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
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...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2028-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English, French
- Duration 24 months
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