Master in Earth, planetary and environmental sciences
Geophysics and Earth Imaging 1st and 2nd year
Presentation and goals
As a research training program, the master Geophysical Imaging of the Earth is for students who are interested in research in the field Earth Imaging from the superficial layers of the crust to the deep Earth. These structures are mainly understood by their seismic, magnetic, electrical or gravimetric signatures, as well as by their deformation and motion.
The courses are designed to ensure these two missions by providing solid training in the field of Earth physics to understand the mechanisms of the inner Earth at all scales: field data acquisition, signal processing, big data processing, machine learning, direct and inverse modelling using high-performance computing infrastructures. Numerical simulations of geophysical processes, subsurface imaging techniques, and methods for estimating the mechanical and physical properties of the inner Earth are the main objectives of this master.
The aim of this master in the Solid Earth Major is to train specialists in general or applied Earth imaging, who will either enter the public professional world by preparing a PhD, or directly enter the private professional world after completing the Master's degree.
The students trained in the Geophysical Imaging of the Earth program will be able to demonstrate their skills as geophysical engineers and apply for jobs in research and development, public research institutes or large industrial companies concerned with the imaging, characterization and temporal monitoring of the physical properties of underground environments and their natural reservoirs. The main applications of this work are in the field of seismology, civil engineering, natural hazard assessment, natural resource exploration and production including geothermal energy, and the storage of fluids or solid waste underground.
The Geophysical Imaging of the Earth is a significantly updated version of the previous "Geophysics" program. The new program includes the following courses
Master 1st year
Semester 1:
Geophysical observation of the Earth |
Physics and Chemistry of the Earth |
Signal Processing |
Introductory Field Course - Professional project |
Numerical environments and programming |
Waves Physics |
Geomechanics |
Geophysical Prospecting |
Semester 2:
Deep Earth Geodynamics |
Exploration geophysics |
Data sciences & Inverse problems |
Volcanic dynamics and hasards |
Instrumentation for geophysics |
Introduction to Machine learning in Earth Sciences |
Scientific computing |
Marine Geophysics |
Induced seismicity |
Master 2nd year
Semester 1:
Frontiers in seismic imaging |
Quantitative seismology |
Advanced Machine Learning in Earth Sciences |
Advanced signal Processing |
Computing and data analysis Project |
Numerical Modelling |
Active Faults |
Doctoral School |
Near-Surface Geophysics |
Presentation
Presentation
Further information
This course is characterised by many digital educational activities, carried out in the form of practical assignments or projects. The principle is a strong emphasis on using the latest tools for quantitative exploration of the Earth and its environment. Geophysical measuring tools are supplemented by interpretation tools, such as numerical modelling, signal processing, remote sensing and seismic interpretation. The support of the OSUG@2020 excellence laboratory has been essential to implementing or renewing many of these tools.
Most of the "tools" modules (i.e. numerical modelling, remote sensing/GIS) are organised in the form of projects, enabling students to apply these tools to mini-problems that correspond to their choice of programme and their interests. Several disciplinary modules (UEs) also partly take the form of a supervised project, where students work in small groups to resolve a societal problem.
The modules in semester 9 are taught in English, as is at least one module from the master 1st year. The policy is to offer teaching in English in the event that there are non-French-speakers among the students, both in 1st and 2nd years.
International dimension :
Internationally-oriented programmesThe program has a strong international focus, with teaching mostly in English and internship opportunities in a company or in a research laboratory abroad. Several foreign students are welcomed onto the program every year.
Programme
Programme
Program under construction - awaiting CFVU vote
- Semester 7
- UE Numerical analysis project 3 ECTS credits
- UE Physics and chemistry of the earth 6 ECTS credits
- UE Geomechanics 3 ECTS credits
- UE Dynamics of the Lithosphere 6 ECTS credits
- UE Petrology 6 ECTS credits
- UE Geochemical evolution of the earth 6 ECTS credits
- UE Data and models in earth sciences 6 ECTS credits
- UE Earth Surface Dynamics 6 ECTS credits
- UE Field workshop tectonics-metamorphism 3 ECTS credits
- UE Field course Petrology 3 ECTS credits
- UE Intro workshop - professional project 3 ECTS credits
3 option(s) to choose from 8
- Semester 8
- UE Scientific and professional communication 3 ECTS credits
- UE Remote sensing and GIS project 6 ECTS credits
- UE Exploration geophysics 6 ECTS credits
- UE Basin analysis 6 ECTS credits
- UE Multidisciplinary field workshop 6 ECTS credits
- UE Mineral resources 3 ECTS credits
- UE Subsurface modelling 3 ECTS credits
- UE Dynamics and volcanic risk 3 ECTS credits
- UE Sedimentary field workshop 3 ECTS credits
- UE Marine geophysical workshop 3 ECTS credits
4 option(s) to choose from 8
- Semester 9
- UE Quantitative seismology 6 ECTS credits
- UE Signal processing 6 ECTS credits
- UE Frontiers in Earth physics 6 ECTS credits
- UE Dynamics of geophysical fluids 6 ECTS credits
- UE Active faults and remote sensing 6 ECTS credits
- UE Numerical modeling workshop 6 ECTS credits
- UE Inverse methods and assimilation 6 ECTS credits
- UE Near surface geophysics 6 ECTS credits
- UE Predoctoral school on the internal Earth 6 ECTS credits
2 option(s) to choose from 6
- Semester 10
1 option(s) to choose from 2
Master 1st year
Master 2nd year
Practica, projects, and missions
Internships in companies or laboratories are routinely conducted abroad
Registration and scholarships
Registration and scholarships
Access condition
- The 1st year is open to students who have obtained a national diploma equivalent to a bachelor degree (licence) in a field compatible with that of the Master, or via a validation of their studies or experience
- Entry to the 2nd year may be selective. It is open to candidates who have completed the first year of a master in the field, subject to a review of their application
Public continuing education : You are in charge of continuing education :
- if you resume your studies after 2 years of interruption of studies
- or if you followed training under the continuous training regime one of the previous 2 years
- or if you are an employee, job seeker, self-employed
If you do not have the diploma required to integrate the training, you can undertake a validation of personal and professional achievements (VAPP)
Candidature / Application
For candidates whose country of residence is not included in the "Studies in France" portal (PEF) scheme, the calendar for the eCandidat application campaigns is available here
You want to apply and sign up for a master ? Please be aware that the procedure differs depending on the diploma you want to take, the diploma you have already obtained and, for foreign students, your place of residence.Let us be your guide – simply follow this link
Prerequisites
The Geophysics program of the new master in EPES is intended for students with a background in Earth sciences and a strong preference for the physical sciences, numerical calculation and data processing, as well as students with a background in physics who are interested in the natural physics laboratory that is planet Earth. At the local level, the Physics, Earth and environmental sciences, Mechanics program of the bachelor degree (licence) in Earth sciences appears particularly suitable. Students from the bachelor in Mechanics and the bachelor in Physics may also apply.
Target group
- Students in initial training who have obtained a bachelor degree (licence) in physics, mechanics or earth sciences
- Foreign students wishing to pursue their studies in the geophysics field in France
- Students in continuing education wishing to pursue advanced studies in the geophysics field
Expenses
Tuition fees 2020-2021 : 243 €
And after
And after
Further studies
Graduates of the EPES master Geophysics program can continue their studies with a doctoral thesis, or supplement their training with a specialisation in computer science or business management methods.
- A reorientation to the Georisks program is possible up to the end of the 1st year. Depending on the choice of UEs in semesters 7-8, reorientations to the Geodynamics or Georesources programs are also possible
- Lastly, there is a Geosciences gateway locally in the Physics master through two modules of this master, Imaging and waves in natural environments (3 ECTS) and Geophysical fluids and/or instabilities (3 ECTS), option Complex matter, living matter, allowing students who have followed these modules to join the Geophysics program in 2nd year
Candidature / Application
For candidates whose country of residence is not included in the "Studies in France" portal (PEF) scheme, the calendar for the eCandidat application campaigns is available here
You want to apply and sign up for a master ? Please be aware that the procedure differs depending on the diploma you want to take, the diploma you have already obtained and, for foreign students, your place of residence.Let us be your guide – simply follow this link
Contacts
Program director
Ludovic Moreau
Stephane Garambois
Program administration
Registrar's Office of the Master in Earth, planetary and environmental sciences
Continuing education manager
Contact FC STS
In brief
Discipline : Environment, Materials, Physics, Earth Sciences, EngineeringProgramme type(s) : Initial and Continuing Education
Language(s) : English, French
Location(s) : Grenoble - University campus
International dimension : Yes
Duration of studies : 2 years
Required entry level : Baccalaureate +3