Education

Hydrogeology and geothermal energy essential for sustainable management of natural resources

In a world where environmental and energy challenges are increasingly pressing, training in hydrogeology and geothermal engineering is essential. This field provides multi-disciplinary skills for the sustainable management of water and energy resources, while opening the way to promising careers in a rapidly expanding sector.

The Centre for Hydrogeology and Geothermics offers 3 levels of training and several continuing education courses:

General Information

Course Exams

   Bachelor

The Bachelor’s degree in Natural Systems focuses on environmental sciences with an emphasis on sustainable development. It addresses the challenges posed by the overexploitation of natural resources and the interactions between the economy, society and these systems. This innovative curriculum offers a solid grounding in science and economics, enabling students to analyze and model complex systems for sustainable management.

     Master

The Master’s degree in Hydrogeology and Geothermics trains students to meet the challenges of exploring and using groundwater and geothermal resources. The program combines theoretical teaching and practical work, including field camps and Master’s theses. Students benefit from an up-to-date program, rich in case studies and research projects, with a variety of thesis topics and international study sites.

        PhD

The PhD in Hydrogeology and Geothermics enables students to deepen and update their knowledge in these fields, and to carry out a research project in one of the Institute’s research groups. The CHYN hosts around 20 PhD students funded by various sources, including the Swiss National Science Foundation, European projects, the University of Neuchâtel and private companies.