Studies

The study programs usually last 10 semesters. This corresponds to 300 credits ECTS and is divided into two stages: a Bachelor and a Master, respectively 6 and 4 semesters.

The Bachelor consists of 180 credits ECTS and generally lasts 6 semesters. A Master consists of 120 credits ECTS and usually lasts 4 semesters.

The Faculty of Geosciences and Environment offers a single program in the first cycle (Bachelor) and a choice of 6 programs in the second cycle (Master).

The Bachelor of Science in Geosciences and Environment offers three study paths. After a common first year, students specialise in:

• geography,
• environmental sciences,
• geology.

The GSE Faculty currently offers six Master programs.

• Master of Science in Earth Sciences - ELSTE (joint collaboration with the University of Geneva)
• Master of Science in Environmental Geosciences
• Master of Science in Geography
• Master of Science in Biogeosciences (joint collaboration with the University of Neuchâtel)
• Master in Tourism Studies (on the Sion campus of the University of Lausanne)
• Master in foundations and practices of sustainability

Part-time Master

There is the possibility to pursue a Master part-time under certain circumstances

Guidelines concerning part-time (50%) university Master studies (PDF in french)