Geological Sciences

The 1st cycle Degree Programme in Geological Sciences aims to provide cultural, technical and vocational training for the profession of Junior Geologist or Geological Technician, or required for further post-graduate studies and 2nd cycle degree programmes. The programme aims to train graduates able to perform geological surveys, draft geological maps, also using ICT systems, classify and gather scientific data concerning Earth Sciences, working in territorial systems and museums. For this purpose the degree programme mainly covers all Earth Sciences subjects.

The Programme is organised to provide basic knowledge and understanding of mathematics, chemistry and computing, including the principles of numerical cartography, and the various fields of geological subjects and their theoretical, experimental and practical aspects, through course units offered in SSD GEO/01, GEO/02, GEO/03, GEO/06, GEO/07.
To develop the ability to apply the theoretical knowledge learned, the programme aims to help students to become familiar with survey and data processing methods, both in the laboratory and on the field, also applying appropriate skills in the use of computers and information technologies, through more practical course units in SSD GEO/04, GEO/05, GEO/08, GEO/10. It also develops effective scientific and technical English language skills to level B1. Study may include both the acquisition of the four linguistic skills (reading, writing, listening and dialogue) and compulsory attendance of lessons, in line with the criteria specified by the study programme coherently with the instructions of the Academic Bodies. The subject learning activities include both lectures, laboratory practice and, highly recommended, field laboratories focusing on the use of specific instruments and experimental surveying methods. The “additional learning activities” include credits for Geology Camp activities. Safety training and education activities related to field laboratories, often held in extreme environments and on work sites, is a fundamental part of the field work, performed in cooperation with the Club Alpino Italiano. In relation to specific learning outcomes, external internship activities in businesses, public organisations and laboratories, are also required. Finally, study periods may be spent in other universities in Italy, Europe or around the world as part of international agreements.

Admission to the 1st cycle degree programme in Geological Sciences is subject to the possession of a five-year secondary school diploma or suitable qualification obtained abroad, as well as appropriate basic knowledge and competences in the subjects covered under this programme.

The knowledge required for admission and the methods of assessment are laid down in the degree programme teaching regulation. Candidates not passing the assessment will be assigned additional learning requirements,

These additional learning requirements are subject to specific assessment.

The methods of assessment are laid down in the degree programme teaching regulation.

Students who do not complete the additional learning requirements by the date set by the competent bodies and in any case within the first year of the programme will be required to enrol as repeating students in the first year.

Admission to the degree programme is subject to the assessment of knowledge and skills in the English language, to level A2, in the methods laid down in the degree programme teaching regulation.