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Bachelor

Geology

A science of the future.
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Formative OfferBachelorGeology

Know the Planet, Intervene at Society

The Bachelor's Degree in Geology offers:

  • Solid and cross-disciplinary training in Earth Sciences

  • Skills in the study of the Earth, past and present, projected into the future

  • Strong practical, laboratory and field component

  • Innovative tools for quantifying and modelling geological processes

  • Training based on the professional experience and solid scientific knowledge of the teaching staff, promoting multidisciplinary learning

  • Experience in solving societal problems

  • Participation in scientific or technical-scientific projects

  • Consolidation of autonomy and responsibility in professional activity

Useful Information

Start date

September

Language

Portuguese

Location

Ciências ULisboa Campus

Campo Grande, Cidade Universitária

Duration

3 years (6 semesters)

Annual Fee

697.00€

Payment in ten instalments

Number of Credits

180 ECTS

Schedules

Daytime

Vacancies 2026/2027

72

How To Join

Admission Exams (Two of the following exams)

02 - Biology and Geology

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07 - Physics and Chemistry

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19 - Mathematics A

Minimum Admission Grade

100

In a 0-200 scale

Minimum Admission Grade in Admission Exams

95

In a 0-200 scale

Application grade of the last candidate in the first phase in 2025/2026

121,0

Why choose Geology at Ciências?

Why choose Geology at Ciências?

Attractive and Competitive Training

94% placed in one of their top three choices (2025 National Entrance Exam); 91% of graduates satisfied with the training received (2025 Employability Survey - 2022/2023 Graduates).

Top-level research

Leading research and development centers (90% rated as very good or excellent); €38.5 million investment in R&D in 2022; 1,166 scientific articles published in 2022.

Focus on Employability

90.4% employment rate among second cycle graduates and 91.4% of graduates satisfied with their career path (Employability Survey 2025 - Graduates 2022/2023).

Commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation

30+ companies incubated at Tec Labs - Innovation Center; Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Personal Development course units.

Distinctions for academic merit

Recognition of the best students: 65 awards and 154 honorable mentions awarded in 2025.

Learning across borders

200+ mobility agreements, 140 Erasmus+ agreements with 24 countries.

Promotion of academic life

The Student Association, Student Groups, and Vicentuna support integration into school life and organize activities throughout the year.

Sports, wellness, and healthy living

Proximity to the University Stadium for practicing various types of physical exercise;
Science in Harmony activities to promote well-being and individual and social skills.

Environmental responsibility, sustainable future

15,000 m² of green spaces; 1,788 solar panels (509,000 kWh produced); 290 recycling structures; 2 composting and vermicomposting plants; 1 field station (Grândola).
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Geology

The degree programme curriculum aims to teach the essential concepts and methodologies for characterising the dynamics of Earth Systems, seeking to develop the skills that enable students to understand the scientific, technological, economic, social and cultural relevance of Earth Sciences. These skills also enable students to manage and use geological resources (mineral, energy, water) in a sustainable manner, as well as to predict and mitigate natural risks.

Study Plan

Study Plan

Semester

1

Study Unit
Credits
Elements of Physics
6 ECTS
Computer Skills
3 ECTS
Mathematics I
6 ECTS
Mineralogy
9 ECTS
Chemistry
6 ECTS

Semester

2

Study Unit
Credits
General Ecology
6 ECTS
Introduction to Geological Mapping and GIS (Geological Information Systems)
6 ECTS
Object, Methods and Applications of Geology
3 ECTS
Geological Processes
9 ECTS
Programming and Scientific Calculus in Geology
6 ECTS

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