Schedule, syllabus and examination date

Course content

The subject of structural geology will provide knowledge of structures that are formed as a result of deformation in rocks. The course provides a good understanding of structural geology and tectonics. In tectonics, you learn about the plate tectonic theory and different tectonic regimes that are responsible for the deformation of the lithosphere with examples from around the world. Within structural geology, which is the main focus of the course, you will learn in-depth about geological structures that form in different tectonic regimes, the process of their formation, their geometry, and their physical properties. The course also consists of a practical module where you will learn to measure and analyze these structures both in the field and in the laboratory.

Learning outcome

After taking this course, you should be able to

  • differentiate between tectonic and structural geology topics
  • know the structural setup of different tectonic regimes
  • know the brittle, ductile and plastic deformation
  • understand deformation mechanisms at micro- and macro-scales
  • describe the geometry and properties of different deformation structures
  • run structural fieldwork and use structural field data in geometrical and kinematic analyses
  • visualize and interpret structural observations and measurements with the help of stereonets

Admission to the course

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Special admission requirements

In addition to fulfilling the