Applied Geology

Course
GVG330
Bachelor’s level
7.5 credits (ECTS)
Study pace
100%
Time
Day
Location
Göteborg
Language
English
Duration
-
Part of semester
Quarter 2

About

The course covers the basic conditions for construction in and on land. The course emphasises Nordic conditions and issues, but examples from the rest of the world are also used. 

The course is part of the Bachelor’s Programme in Earth Sciences, the course is also offered as a freestanding course.

Teaching: 

The teaching consist of: 

  • lectures
  • group assignments
  • laboratory sessions
  • literature reading
  • study visit

Language of instruction: English

The teaching is carried out by dedicated teachers who are researchers in the field. The course has a strong research and labour market connection, which you as a student will benefit from.

This course is open to

Fältet This course is open to:
Exchange students at the Faculty of Science and exchange students on a university-wide agreement. Please contact your international coordinator at the University of Gothenburg if you need to know more.

Requirements

Admission to the course requires a passing grade in the course GVG280 Structural geology, 7.5 credits and at least 120 credits in the main field of  earth sciences of which at least 75% with the grade "Pass" (G). Students with equivalent education may, after assessment, be admitted to the course.

English proficiency

Incoming students should have an English level equivalent of B2 or higher as courses and materials, including presentations and exams, will be in English.

To assess your English level, you can use the self-assessment grid for reference: https://europa.eu/europass/en/common-european-framework-reference

Application

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