The Professional Master programme addresses the needs of professional staff who wish to improve their knowledge and ability in the practical application of multidisciplinary geoinformation techniques in earth science related projects, with emphasis on one of the earth science specialisations. The aim of the Master of Science degree course is to achieve critical understanding of and competence in the development of methods for handling geoinformation, used for earth science related studies, and to strengthen the ability to carry out independent research in the above mentioned earth science specialisations at an academic level. The courses are designed for managers, field geologists, mining engineers, researchers and earth science graduates, who are working in geological surveys, other public organisations, private companies and universities, dealing with applied geophysics for mineral and groundwater exploration. More specific details are given below. Practicals include image interpretation, laboratory analysis, fieldwork, excursions, and computer assisted data analysis, mapmaking and modelling.
All modules are of three-week duration.
PM and MSc course participants follow the same first nine modules. The specialisation modules in Applied Geophysics also include a fieldwork project. The PM option of the course is finalized with an individual final assignment, in which the course participants demonstrate proficiency in the application of methods and techniques addressed throughout the course to problems of specific relevance to their home environment. Each MSc candidate is required to design, undertake and report on M.Sc.research in which GIS and RS tools are used in relation to a specific problem in geophysical prospecting. The precise focus of the research will be determined in a dialogue between participants and supervising staff.