International Master of Science in Applied and Exploration Geophysics

The primary goal of Applied Geophysics is the acquisition of knowledge about the subsurface. Such knowledge is crucial to the exploration of resources, to subsurface and civil engineering, but also to understand the risks involved in activities such as geothermal stimulation, or resource extraction.

While studying at two top universities for resource exploration and earth sciences in Italy and Austria, you can develop intercultural competences and get in touch with potential employers. The demand for scientists in the field of geophysical exploration is high and the job prospects are good.

The International Master of Science in Applied and Exploration Geophysics is a joint study programme of Montanuniversität Leoben (Austria) and Università di Pisa (Italy). Students completing the programme earn a double Master of Science degree, from Montanuniversität Leoben and from Università di Pisa.

The programme duration is two years, corresponding to a total of 120 ECTS. The language of instruction is English. Students can apply for admission at either university.

The first year is spent at the university, where the application was submitted. The third semester is spent at the partner university. The fourth semester is for the work related to the master thesis and can be spent at either university, depending on the supervisor. The programme starts in October (Montanuniversität Leoben), or at the end of September (Università di Pisa).