Master 1 subject

Subsurface Engineering, Master 1 subject

  • ​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?

Profile
Degree
Master of Science
Start
Winter semester
Duration
4 semesters
Classroom language
English
Admission
Not restricted, application at the faculty required
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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
Course schedule
Module handbook
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 covered voluntarily.
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Sahlmen
Building, Room: IC 03/733
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-29837
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Internet

Degree programmes' website