Graduate Programme in Geosciences (PPG-Geosciences)
About the programme
The purpose of the Graduate Programme in Geosciences is to train human resources capable of contributing to the scientific, educational, historical, technological and economic development of the geological and mineral sector in Brazil, pursuant to the needs and welfare of the community, the preservation of the environment and social progress.
PPG Geosciences: Admission
Admission
Admission to the Graduate Programme in Geosciences at Master's and PhD level takes place in March, and possibly in August, the process being conducted at the end of the semester prior to admission.
The schedule and the procedures in relation to the selection processes are published in public notices and on this website.
PPG Geosciences: Disciplines
Credits and Compulsory Disciplines
The minimum and maximum lengths of the Master´s Course are 12 and 30 months respectively.
In order to obtain a Master's Degree in Geosciences the student needs to complete a total of 16 course credits and pass the qualification exam and the dissertation.
