Study Fee: Click here to view the t(/study-fee)uition and subscription options.(/study-fee)(/study-fee) Monthly study plans start from €499 per month, depending on the program and level of academic support selected.

Study Method: This program is delivered 100% online, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world with flexible scheduling. Students may also have the option to attend the graduation ceremony in Switzerland, subject to visa approval and travel regulations.

Study Language: The program is delivered in English. Students are expected to have sufficient English language proficiency to complete the coursework and academic requirements.

Applications can be submitted online through our admission portal.(/apply)(/apply) Applicants may also contact or visit our offices in different regions, including: • Europe: Switzerland • GCC: Dubai (UAE) • Asia: Bishkek Our admissions team will guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Programs are offered through a flexible monthly subscription system, allowing students to progress at their own pace while maintaining access to academic resources and support services.

This program has a minimum study period depending on the academic level and program structure. Students may complete the program at their own pace while maintaining an active monthly subscription.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the academic entry requirements for the respective program level. Typical requirements may include: • A previous academic qualification relevant to the program level • A copy of passport or national ID • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume • Completed online application form Additional documents may be requested depending on the program and the institution delivering the program.

Certification / Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, students will receive the corresponding certificate or academic degree issued by the responsible institution within the VBNN Smart Education Group network.

Master in Geology

Feb 25
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This Master study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for graduates and professionals seeking advanced scientific knowledge of Earth systems, geological processes, and natural resource management. Positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 7 and aligned with the Second European Cycle, the program emphasizes analytical research, field-based investigation, and advanced scientific methodologies in geology.

The academic structure consists of five modules, including two research-focused modules, two general academic modules, and one specialized module dedicated to Geology, complemented by thesis and structured research activities. The curriculum enables participants to explore mineralogy, petrology, sedimentology, structural geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, environmental geology, and resource exploration through rigorous scientific inquiry.

With a duration of +12 months (minimum duration, with flexible extension options), the program carries an academic workload equal to 60 ECTS credits. It is designed to strengthen quantitative and qualitative research skills, laboratory analysis competence, geological mapping expertise, and data interpretation abilities relevant to contemporary Earth science challenges.

Through research-oriented learning, participants engage with critical global issues such as climate change impacts, sustainable resource extraction, groundwater management, geohazards, environmental protection, and energy transition strategies. The program encourages evidence-based investigation and scientific innovation, preparing graduates to contribute to academic research, geological consulting, environmental agencies, mining and energy sectors, and international development initiatives.

This Master study program supports the development of advanced scientific insight and research capability required to analyze and manage Earth’s dynamic systems responsibly and sustainably.