Earth Science deals with complex systems and processes that shape our planet. Pressing issues such as the safe supply of water, resources and energy, climate change, sea level rise as well as natural hazards are all intimately related to Earth Sciences. Courses from different Earth Science disciplines and training on how to gather data and interpret them are offered. An extensive research project under expert supervision provides the opportunity to gain a wide range of knowledge and skills that are relevant for employment in industry, government agencies, education as well as further University studies.

Upon successful completion, students will have the skills and knowledge to: Understand advanced concepts in Earth Sciences and relate them to a range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary contexts Apply knowledge acquired in the coursework to their research project Acquire independently data and evaluate and interpret obtained datasets Formulate working hypotheses and design methods to test these Compile a major body of research in a written report and present results to an expert audience. Communicate effectively with university staff, peer students and the wider community on Earth Science topics.