Studies information – 1st Cycle Geological Engineering Program
Are you drawn to nature and keen on integrating it with cutting-edge technology solutions in fields like mining, construction, or ecology? Can you envision yourself making a mark in geotechnics, engineering geology, or hydrogeology? Consider pursuing a career as a geological engineer!
Course description
Geological Engineering is a 3.5-year study program where you will learn to combine knowledge and skills in the field of natural sciences, exact sciences, technical sciences, and broadly defined information technologies. After completing your education, you will obtain the title of engineer.
Based on knowledge about processes occurring within the Earth, minerals, and rocks formed as a result of these processes, and the history of the Earth, students gain knowledge from subjects that have practical significance for the development of the region and the country. These subjects cover issues related to water supply, searching and documenting deposits of mineral resources, and geological and hydrogeological documentation, taking into account the principles of sustainable development.
During their studies, graduates acquire knowledge that allows for forecasting, modeling, and monitoring various geological and hydrogeological processes using the latest numerical technologies. The lecturers are specialists actively collaborating with various sectors of the industry, who strive to pass on their practical experience to students.
We implement selected key laboratory, practical, workshop, and field activities in full-time mode, maintaining sanitary regime in small groups.
Graduate’s Profile
The aim of studying Geological Engineering is to prepare specialists combining natural knowledge with science and technology.
Graduates of this course will possess knowledge, skills, and competences in basic geology, and at the same time, they will acquire knowledge from subjects of practical significance for the economic development of the region and the country (e.g., mining geology, mining hydrogeology, dewatering of excavations). They will be able to cooperate with specialists in various industries, such as construction, mining, sanitary engineering, land reclamation. The acquired knowledge will enable them to perform high-quality documentation of research results in the fields of hydrogeology, deposit geology, and engineering geology, in accordance with currently applicable laws and regulations. It will also allow them to prepare sozological studies in the field of environmental protection (e.g., environmental impact assessments, reclamation of degraded areas, waste disposal).
The knowledge, skills, and social competences implemented in the study program will allow achieving learning outcomes, leading to obtaining engineering competences for the general academic profile.
Practical classes and fieldwork
Studies in this field of study incorporate a high proportion of practical classes (laboratory classes, project classes, fieldwork) into the program. A major advantage is the fieldwork in attractive regions of the country and abroad, including places like the Czech Republic and Austria. Field activities will give you a different approach to learning and socializing. Students also participate in scientific camps and expeditions to various parts of the world (Spitzbergen, Greenland, Indonesia, Chile, Scandinavia, Cyprus, Albania, and others). The unique “field” atmosphere of geological studies is something truly worth experiencing.
During your studies, you will also have the opportunity to take part in internships offered by leading companies in the geological, mining, and exploration sectors, as well as by the government. While these internships aren’t mandatory, many of our students opt to take them. We also support our graduates in actively entering the job market by organizing various workshops and trainings.
What after graduation?
– employment opportunities
The demand for engineering studies in geology has been confirmed by positive feedback from more than a dozen major employers in Poland and Lower Silesia.
Due to the search and exploitation of energy resources, assessment of underground water resources, and the expanding construction industry, graduates of geological engineering will be able to find employment in geological and hydrogeological companies, mining and geophysical enterprises, research institutions, government and local administration offices related to issuing mineral exploitation permits, waste storage, and the execution of studies for construction projects.
– further learning opportunities
You can also choose to further your education with second cycle program in Geological Engineering, Geology, or other courses at the University of Wrocław or other universities in the country and abroad.
Scientific circles
The Institute is home to the SKN of Geologists (http://www.geolodzy.uni.wroc.pl/). Remember that as a student of the University of Wrocław, you can participate in all the scientific circles and student organizations that interest you, regardless of your course of study. Our university has over 170 scientific circles (Check the list of scientific circles).
