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Earth Sciences

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A Master's degree in Earth Sciences gives you great career opportunities.

Do you want to enter the labour market? Then you can work in many areas, such as in geology and environmental sciences. You can work as a technical geologist, geoscientist, mineral researcher, climate policy advisor or flood specialist. Your specialisation will help determine the course of your career.

You can also register for a national or international PhD programme and take a position in research and development. It’s also possible to do something completely different, such as becoming a science teacher in secondary education.

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Elenoor van Es - Student

Elenoor van Es - Student

"There are many interdisciplinary Masters that bridge the gap between climate processes and sustainability/economy, but they only look at what happens due to these processes. The reason I chose this Master's is that I wanted to learn what causes the processes: What is the process of 'global warming' and how is it affected? What is the effect of deforestation on Earth’s climate and ecology? This Master focuses on understanding these processes."

Elenoor van Es

What can you do after your Master's degree?

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At the end of the programme, you will have acquired a sound knowledge of sustainability-related Earth Sciences knowledge, combined with the additional perspectives of economics and governance. This unique combination will enable you to pursue advanced careers in research, consultancy, international organisations and companies, and governments.

Education and research

Graduates will also qualify for national and international sustainability PhD programmes. Alternatively, you could take up a position in Research and Development, or you could become a science teacher in secondary education.

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Check the admission requirements for the Earth Sciences programme here