Geochemistry/Petrology

The research focus of the Geochemistry/Petrology degree program lies on Earth’s endogenous processes. Central importance is ascribed to the development of the planet from its origins to continental drift and current volcanic activity.

To enable students of Geochemistry/Petrology to achieve a discipline-specific qualification for their continuing careers, modules with the following methodological points of emphasis are offered: Geochemistry, Petrology and Mineralogy/Crystallography. Through their choices and priorities set within the broad spectrum of this discipline, students can create individual degree profiles to match their personal interests, abilities and professional plans. The degree program includes a small range of compulsory modules that is common to all three geosciences master’s degree programs (Paleontology, Geology and Geochemistry/Petrology). These joint courses promote the scientific exchange of ideas among students. In addition, students gain an overview of different work methods in the various specialized areas of geosciences, which opens up the prospect of interdisciplinary projects.

Possible lines of work:

Applied geology (groundwater resources, development aid, environmental protection, georisks), ministries and government offices (environment area), geological services, raw materials exploration/use and production materials (industrial sector), public relations, museums, (teaching/research at universities, research institutions, etc.)