Applied Geology

Educational and Scientific Institute "Institute of Geology"

Name
Applied Geology
Program code
Qualification awarded
The professional qualification with specialty codes 2114.1 – Junior Research Associate (in Geology) or 2114.2 – Geologist
Length of programme
2 years
Number of credits
120
level of qualification according to the National Qualification Framework and the European Qualifications Framework
7
Qualification level
Second (Master)
Discipline
Natural sciences
Speciality
KnowledgeField EN
Specific admission requirements
Bachelor diploma.English proficiency at B2 level or higher
Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning
The program has its background in the profound system of geological knowledge to be acquired within Bachelor's programs in Earth Sciences, Engineering or Geosciences
Qualification requirements and regulations, including graduation requirements
The professional qualificationis awarded by a special Decision of the Examination Board after successful accomplishment of the study program and completion and defence of the Qualification Thesis under the following minimal prerequisites: the average score of the study outcome, your mark for the research activity,the qualification exam for the compulsory subjects, and finally, the defence of the Master’s Thesis is awarded (Supplement to the Diploma) should be 75 points or higher (out of 100);
Programme learning outcomes
Analyze natural and man-made systems and structures of the Earth’s crust and its sedimentary layer. Apply your knowledge and skills for the identification and solving of challenging problems in the questionsl geology. Communicate with experts in other fields of knowledge, including international context in the globalized information environment. Develop and manage projects focused on the study of the geology of the upper part of the Earth's crust and its sedimentary layer. Design and carry out scientific experiments, write research papers. Assess geological risks, including their environmental impact, predict the evolution of hazardous geological processes in the context of natural systems. Know modern methods of research of the upper part of the Earth's crust and sedimentary layer. Master basic principles of structure, organization, management and production cycles of mining industry enterprises. Develop and implement projects of land management, perform geologic planning.Tackle practical challenges in the geology. Plan and guide innovation research projects. Assess the environmental and economical impact of engineering works, plan environmental management activities
Form of study
Full-time form
Examination regulations and grading scale
Oral and written exams, fail-pass graded and ungraded exams taking into account the score for performed trainings and labs, presentations, practical training results, cumulative final exam, defence of the Master's Thesis
Оbligatory or optional mobility windows (if applicable)
Within the scope of Erasmus+ program. For the first and second semesters – provided that study subjects and credit scores of the partnership Institution match our curriculum; the third semester – if a guest University ensures adequate coverage of the academic program.
Work placement
Research practice and Internship.
Work-based learning
Director of the course
Dmytro Kravchenko
General and historical geology
Educational and Scientific Institute "Institute of Geology"
Occupational profiles of graduates
Companies, enterprises and institutions, providing service or performing R&D works in structural investigations, stratigraphy, modeling of geological systems, interpretation of geophysical data, assessment of geological hazards impact on the natural and man-made objects
Access to further studies
Studies according to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) grade.