Subsurface Engineering
... looks into questions such as ...
- How can the subsurface be explored to great depths?
- How is an underground structure (e.g. tunnel, cavern) or a geotechnical structure (e.g. foundation, excavation pit) planned, designed and built?
- How can the subsurface be used to produce or store energy?
- How do subsurface materials (soil, rock) behave under different external actions?
- How can the construction or operation of an underground structure be simulated on the computer?
Degree programmes
Subsurface Engineering, Master 1 subject
Profile
| Degree: | Master of Science |
| Start: | Winter semester |
| Duration: | 4 semesters |
| Classroom language: | English |
What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
Subsurface Engineering is a unique programme because it teaches interdisciplinary knowledge from the fields of engineering and geosciences with a focus on subsurface exploration, exploitation, use, and construction.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields
- Geotechnics and Tunneling
- Subsurface Characterization and Utilization
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
has:
- sound fundamental knowledge in the areas of natural sciences (mathematics, physics, chemistry), mechanics / fluid mechanics and computer science / programming
enjoys:
- will enjoy experimental work in the lab or field, mathematical calculations, computer simulations
struggles through:
- theoretical principles, mathematical equations, calculation methods, programming code
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
- Civil Engineering
- Geosciences
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
- in tunnel design, construction and management
- in geotechnical engineering firms and construction companies
- in the field of renewable energies
- in the field of subsurface exploration
- in the field of exploitation of underground raw materials
And else?
An internship ...
is optional.
Studying abroad ...
can be done voluntarily.