Earth Sciences
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | On-Campus | Full-time | 2 | September | find out | find out |
About Earth Sciences, MSc - at Dipartimento di Scienze della Terra, University of Milan
The Master's Degree Course aims to train Graduates with in-depth preparation in various branches of the Earth Sciences, offering opportunities of scientific development and of employment both in public and private fields. The Degree Course provides theoretical and practical preparation based also on participation in field and laboratory activities, internships and traineeships, research stages in public and private institutions including international ones.
Some of the thematic areas offering solid professional opportunities are: (1) Analysis, quantification and modeling of Earth processes interacting within the planet, on its surface, in atmosphere and hydrosphere, related to the origin of energy, water and mineral resources. (2) Evaluation and characterization of natural minerals for their role in geologic processes and with respect to industrial applications. (3) Basic field mapping and thematic mapping for the interpretation of geologic processes at various scales. (4) Analysis and interpretation of geologic processes interacting with human activities for a balanced use of natural resources and for protection of the environment and archaeological and cultural sites. (5) Field surveys and direct/indirect prospecting for the parametrization of technical properties and behavior of soils and rocks for wide and small scale engineering plans. (6) Exploration, exploitation, protection and reclamation of underground water resources, after local and diffuse pollution events. (7) Exploration, evaluation and management of natural resources, with particular reference to energy and mineral resources, also in relation to the environmental impact deriving from their exploitation. (8) Characterization and prevention deriving from natural risks affecting the territory, and their evaluation in the context of territorial planning.
For more information about this course, please see the program leaflet.
Entry requirements
Contact Dipartimento di Scienze della Terra, University of Milan to find course entry requirements.