Applied Geosciences – Field-Based Geosciences (FBG) (MSc)

Practice-oriented Applied Geosciences specialisation centred on field-based learning, combining classical geology with modern tools, extended field work, and application to resource, environmental, and hazard contexts.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published.

English requirements

Proof of English language skills according to RWTH Aachen University regulations is required at enrolment.

Accepted bachelor fields

Requires a geoscientific bachelor's competence profile such as geosciences, earth sciences, geology, mineralogy, or crystallography.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

Approximately 300 EUR per semester, including the semester ticket for public transport, according to the current programme information.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: Approximately 300 EUR per semester, including the semester ticket for public transport, according to the current programme information.

Graduates of this stream are well prepared for careers in research, resource exploration, environmental consulting, or natural hazard assessment.

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