Sciences

Geodynamics and Geomaterials

  • ECTS

    120 credits

  • Duration

    2 years

  • Training structure

    Faculty of Science

Presentation

Precise characterization of the various geomaterials is a major challenge if we are to ensure the sustainable development of our planet. The "Geodynamics and Geomaterials" master's program trains students to understand the geodynamic processes associated with the formation of the earth's various materials.


The key points of the course are:
- an understanding of the physical and chemical processes controlling the Earth's dynamics
- projects and internships enabling personalized skills acquisition
- mastery of tools such as digital mapping and 3D data visualization.
- learning methods for quantitative characterization of geomaterials (e.g. advanced microscopy, geochemistry, experimental rock deformation).


The Master's program draws on the internationally recognized scientific and technical excellence of the Géosciences Montpellier laboratory, and on contributions from geomaterials professionals.

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Know-how and skills

  • Know how to apply a scientific approach, from in-situ observation to the interpretation of complex models.
  • Know how to build a project/technical study, from the identification of expectations and the necessary observations and analyses, to the deliverables.
  • Understanding geodynamic processes and associated earth materials
  • Understanding rock mechanics and rheology
  • How to read and interpret a geological map in all geodynamic contexts
  • High-resolution field mapping using modern techniques (GIS: Geographic Information System)
  • Master modern analytical techniques and tools for characterizing geomaterials
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Organization

Open on a sandwich basis

This course is offered on a sandwich basis.

Internships, tutored projects

Internship

Mandatory

Internship abroad

Possible

Program

Select a program

  • Structural geology

    5 credits
  • Environment through the Quaternary: Mapping and Analysis

    3 credits
  • Recent architecture of the margins

    2 credits
  • Geodynamics and plate tectonics

    3 credits
  • Mathematical and statistical methods

    3 credits
  • Geophysical imaging 1

    3 credits
  • English for Geosciences S1

    2 credits
  • Integrative field

    5 credits
  • Petrology and magmatic deposits

    2 credits
  • Professional project - GEODyM 1

    2 credits
  • GEODyM 1 Field Project

    5 credits
  • Stage Pro 1 GEODyM

    5 credits
  • Geotechnical basics

    2 credits
  • Geodynamics 2

    3 credits
  • Rock mechanics

    2 credits
  • English for Geosciences S2

    2 credits
  • Rheology and mechanics of the lithosphere

    3 credits
  • From digital mapping to multi-risk analysis

    3 credits
  • CHOIX1

    3 credits
    • Your choice: 1 of 2

      • Advanced Geotechnics

        3 credits
      • Geochemistry and geochronology

        3 credits
  • Active tectonics

    2 credits
  • Application PRO Geomaterials

    4 credits
  • CHOIX1

    3 credits
    • Your choice: 1 of 2

      • Functioning of hydrosystems

        3 credits
      • Ocean, Atmosphere, Climate

        3 credits
    • Your choice: 1 of 2

      • Watershed water cycle

      • Ocean, Atmosphere, Climate

        3 credits
  • Digital modeling

    5 credits
  • GEODyM 2 Field Project

    8 credits
  • PRO Geodynamics application

    4 credits
  • English for Geosciences S3

    2 credits
  • Scientific Communication and Popularization

    4 credits
  • Work experience

    26 credits
  • Advanced personal project

    4 credits

Admission

How to register

Applications can be submitted on the following platforms: 

French & European students :

International students from outside the EU: follow the "Études en France" procedure: https: //pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/etudesenfrance/dyn/public/authentification/login.html

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