Master's Degree English 2 years | 120 ECT
Geotechnics and Geohazards - Master's Programme
Norwegian University of Science and Technology · Trondheim, Norway
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University profile Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Trondheim, Norway · Accredited programme
Geotechnics and Geohazards - Master's Programme is a master's degree programme lasting 2 years | 120 ECT, taught in English at Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim.
Each year, natural disasters caused by geohazards result in numerous deaths and extensive damage to the environment and infrastructure worldwide. Geohazards include landslides, rockslides, avalanches, earthquakes, and tsunamis. Many lives could be saved, and massive destruction avoided if people knew more about the forecasting and prevention of geohazards. The Master’s program in Geotechnics and Geohazards provides technical and scientific knowledge related to geohazards. You will learn about the properties of soil and geotechnical materials, and how to build safely. Throughout the program, you will conduct field investigations and measurements, laboratory testing, data simulations, and risk analyses needed to find technical solutions related to geohazards and geotechnical challenges. The Master’s program in Geotechnics and Geohazards is a two-year master’s degree program taught in English at NTNU.
CityTrondheim
Credit load120 ECTS
Programme-specific requirements recorded in SIT Connect.
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The official programme record lists English. It does not publish a programme-specific minimum language-test score, so no score is invented here.
EnglishPrimary teaching language
Preparation checklist; final document rules and certified translations are confirmed during application review.
Passport or national identity document
Previous diploma or graduation certificate
Academic transcript
Proof of the programme's teaching language, when requested
Completed application form and recent photograph
Curriculum vitae and motivation statement
Recognition or equivalency evidence, when requested
This programme is recorded as accredited in the central catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is Geotechnics and Geohazards - Master's Programme?
The official catalogue records a duration of 2 years | 120 ECT and 120 ECTS.
Which languages are used for Geotechnics and Geohazards - Master's Programme?
The official programme record lists English. A required language certificate or minimum score must be confirmed for the chosen intake.
What is the tuition fee?
A current programme-specific tuition fee has not been published in SIT Connect.
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