Marine Geology

Key Facts

The academic environment emphasises interdisciplinary approaches within geological sciences, combining coursework and independent thesis work. Training includes research methodology, scientific reasoning, and active participation in seminars, enabling the ability to conduct extensive research projects and contribute to developments in marine science at national and international levels.

Programme Structure

Courses in this programme include:

• Current and Historical Perspective on Geological Sciences
• Research Ethics
• Marine Geophysics
• Marine Geochemistry
• Paleoceanography
• Paleoclimatology
• Marine and Lacustrine Sedimentology
• Marine Micropaleontology

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 90

Other requirements

General requirements

• Master's degree or 240 ECTS credits including 60 at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge required
• At least 90 ECTS credits in geosciences required
• At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics, physics, chemistry, or biology depending on specialization
• At least 60 ECTS credits at advanced level required, including 30 ECTS of independent work in geosciences

Key information

Duration

• Full-time
  • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

• Starting August 2027
• Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

• Stockholm, Sweden

Disciplines

Geology, Marine Science

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

• International: Free
• EU/EEA: Free

Additional Details

• Doctoral students are not charged tuition fees.

Living costs

Stockholm, Sweden: 1,384-2,469 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.