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Applied Geology

The professional qualification with specialty codes 2114.1 – Junior Research Associate (in Geology) or 2114.2 – Geologist

2 years

120

7

Second (Master)

Natural sciences

KnowledgeField EN

Bachelor diploma.English proficiency at B2 level or higher

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

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);

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

Full-time form

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

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.

Research practice and Internship.

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

Studies according to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) grade.