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Masters Degree in Geomaterials and Geological Resources

The Master in Geomaterials and Geological Resources (MGRG), offered by FCUP in association with the University of Aveiro, prepares graduates in Earth Sciences and related areas for employment in careers in studies on geological resources, mineral, water, energy or industrial rocks prospecting, evaluation, industrial applications and control of the environmental impacts caused by such extraction.

Job Opportunities

MGRG graduates are qualified to work as professional technicians or geologists in:
• Exploration companies (mineral resources, water, and energy).
• Aggregate quarrying and processing of minerals and rocks.
• Mining companies.
• Building companies and consortium.
• Laboratories and research companies and technical consulting.
The holder of a MGRG is also qualified to work in planning, prediction and prevention of natural disasters, environmental management and conservation, and sustainable development.

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Type of Course
Masters Degree
Duration
4 Semesters / 120.0 ECTS
Vacancies
20
Language
Portuguese
Tuition Fee (Full Tuition Fee)
Nacional: 1000.00€
CPLP International: 3500.00€

All the information presented relates to 2024/2025

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António Silva

This Master programme has provided me with a wide range of skills in order to pursue a successful scientific and professional career. I believe that the synergies between the Universities of Porto and Aveiro allowed us to explore a wide range of relevant research topics, in line with the students' skills and which would increase the chances of future employability.

Alumni of the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Porto
António Silva Alumni

Registration and Accreditation

DGES

Registration n.ºR/A-Ef 1482/2011/AL02 in Oct. 9, 2020

A3ES

Date of publication of the accreditation decision: Sept. 28, 2022

Validity of accreditation: 6 years

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