Earth System Sciences
Summary
This course is about the Earth as a holistic system. You will be introduced to System thinking. The main focus of the course is on the various spheres - the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere - and how they interact to create the planet we live on.
In addition, the course addresses global environmental change from an Earth System perspective, covering different time scales.
About
The course provides knowledge about the Earth System as a whole and to critically analyse and evaluate society's measures against global environmental challenges.
The focus is on how the various spheres influence each other and interact to create the Earth System.
The course covers:
concepts and theories in Earth System Science
links between the Earth's spheres
links between Earth System processes and global environmental changes
The course is part of the Bachelor’s Programme in Earth Sciences, the course is also offered as a freestanding course.
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Teaching
The teaching includes:
- lectures
- seminar
- praticals
Language of instruction: English
The teaching is carried out by dedicated teachers who are researchers in the field. The course has a strong research and labour market connection, which you as a student will benefit from.
Prerequisites and selection
Entry requirements
90 credits in earth science, environmental science or geography.
Selection
Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 165 credits.
After graduation
If you study Earth Science, you have good career opportunities both in Sweden and abroad. You can choose to work in industry, as a consultant, project manager or in public administration.
Our former students work, for example, with natural resource management, environmental issues and urban planning, you also have great opportunities to focus on the particular area you are interested in.
Facilities
The Department of Earth Sciences' premises are located in central Gothenburg on Campus Medicinareberget. We are located in the Natrium building, which was inaugurated in 2023 and has state-of-the-art labs and lecture halls. Natrium brings together students and researchers in the Natural Science fields of Biology, Molecular biology, Chemistry, Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences and Conservation.
More information about facilities
Exchange opportunities
If you are studying Earth Science at the University of Gothenburg, there are good opportunities for exchange studies during your studies. This is often seen as a good asset when applying for jobs, as many jobs require international collaboration.
We have over 100 agreements within Erasmus and other exchange programs with universities around the world, both within and outside Europe.
