Environmental Earth Sciences with a focus on water quality
Summary
Understanding the role of water and different types of environmental contaminats in relation to society and the ecosystem is increasingly demanded in the job market. This course provides an opportunity to deepen your knowledge in the field.
The course introduces groundwater and surface water, environmental contaminants, measurements, and relevant problems. The course also includes field components and a regional excursion.
About
The course provides a basic introduction and overview of all aspects of Environmental Earth Science with a focus on water quality, contaminations and environmental contaminants.
You will learn about:
- groundwater and surface water
- environmental contaminants
- sampling
- basic geochemichal simulations
- relevant terminology
The course also includes group work on a contamination case.
The course is part of the Bachelor’s Programme in Earth Sciences, the course is also offered as a freestanding course.
Teaching:
The teaching consist of:
- lectures
- laboratory sessions
- a regional field trip
- computer-based exercises
- group work
- presentations
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
For admission to the course, at least 40 credits in the main field of Earth Sciences, Marine Sciences or Environmental Sciences are required. Applicants with an equivalent education may be admitted to the course after review and approval.
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.
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Exchange opportunities
If you are studying Earth Sciences 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.
