CONFERENCEMaster's study programme "Geology"
Programme level: Master's Degree Programme
Language of instruction: Latvian
Study form and duration: full-time - 4 semesters
Credits: 120 ECTS
Obtainable degree or qualification: Master of Natural Sciences in Earth Sciences
Number of study places for admission in 2025/2026: State-funded study places - 25, study places for tuition fee - 10
Tuition fee per year (ac. year 2025/26): 2900 EUR for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, EU Long-term resident permit holders and their family members. 6000 EUR for citizens of other countries
Study location: Riga, Tornakalns
The Master’s study programme “Geology” provides academic education in geology, ensures modern theoretical and methodological knowledge in such subfields as Quaternary geology and geomorphology, Applied geology and Bedrock geology. The programme develops skills in scientific research work, providing opportunities to participate in the activities of two doctoral schools - "Earth resources and their sustainable use" and "Animal diversity and environmental quality". The programme contributes to the strengthening of practical skills necessary for the labor market, including a choice of the applied geology study course in one of the companies or organizations working in the field of geology.
Study Programme Director
Associate professor Ģirts Stinkulis
The content of the study program contributes to the acquisition of high professional qualifications in geology. By studying such compulsory courses as "Earth dynamic systems", "Regional geology and geomorphology of Latvia", "Data bases and geological modelling", "Geology of mineral deposits", “Tectonics”, as well as a series of elective courses, students have the opportunity to learn the most current knowledge in geology and related Earth sciences, important scientific issues of modern geology and changes in the implementation of research in the European Union and worldwide. Specialization and acquisition of skills in sub-fields of geology is provided by elective courses such as "Glacial Geology" and "Quaternary Environment and Stratigraphy" in Quaternary Geology, "Micropaleontology", "Sedimentary Environment and Processes", "Event and Sequence Stratigraphy" in Bedrock Geology, "Testing and Investigation Methods in Engineering Geology and their Methodology", "Groundwater resources, dynamics and monitoring", "Georadar survey in geological studies" and others in Applied Geology.
In Latvia, geological research is important for the construction of houses, roads and other structures, as well as mineral and ground water research, therefore the job market in geology is wide. Many work options are in private companies, the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre, as well as in other state and local government institutions. Qualified specialists are also needed in UL and other universities - they can be involved in student training, work in laboratories and realization of scientific research. Graduates of the program often find work in European Union countries or continue their doctoral studies both in Europe and worldwide.
You can find out about the admission requirements for the study program by switching to the Latvian version of the website.
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