Structure of study at RWTH Aachen University
In the first semester you may select one of three specialisations within geoscienfic area:
Geoengineering (GIN):
- Simulation and modelling of ground water flow and mass transfer, for example to calculate projects for ground water remediation or genaeral ground water analysis
- Detailed knowledge in engineering geological features, such as nconsolidated and bed rock to analyse and estimate the interaction between the ground and building
- Fundamental understanding of rock physics and proficiency for the analyzation and evaluation of geophysical well measurement and logs
Applied Mineralogy and Crystallography (AMC):
- Detailed knowledge about origin, formation, and technical utilisation of mineral geomaterials
- Overview of methods and practise in analysis and synthesis of materials
- Profound comprehension of structure-feature-relation in crystalline solid objects
Energy and Mineral Resources (EMR):
- Detailed knowledge of formation and structure of hydrocarbon deposits and mineral deposits
- In-depth knowledge and methodical experiences in characterisation of reservoirs and seals based on petrophysical and geochemical methods
- Basic understanding of techniques for numeric simulation in the field of hydrocarbon and ore deposits, including risk analysis and project work
A master's thesis in one of the specialisations completes the master course of study.