Engineering Geology and Geotechnics

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Program Overview

The Master's in Engineering Geology and Geotechnics is designed to train specialists capable of analyzing and solving problems related to soils, rocks, and infrastructure. It integrates knowledge in geology, geotechnics, hydrogeology, and geophysics, with practical applications to civil engineering works and environmental studies.

This program prepares students to intervene in infrastructure projects (roads, dams, tunnels, buildings), assess geological risks, and master modern geotechnical reconnaissance methods.

Teaching Language : French

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses


The main subjects of the program cover several key aspects:

  • Semester 1:
  • Soil Mechanics 1: Physical and hydraulic properties of soils, stresses, consolidation, and settlement.
  • Strength of Materials: Stress and strain states of materials.
  • Hydrogeology and Hydrology: Study of underground aquifers and flows.
  • Mathematics applied to geotechnics: Mathematical modeling of geological phenomena.
  • Engineering Geomorphology: Study of reliefs and natural hazards.
  • Geophysical reconnaissance methods: Electrical, gravimetric, and seismic surveys.
  • Remote Sensing and GIS: Spatial analysis applied to geotechnics.
  • Scientific English: Comprehension and writing of scientific documents.
  • Semester 2:
  • Rock Mechanics: Properties of rock masses and failure criteria.
  • Soil Mechanics 2: Calculation of foundations and slope stability.
  • Construction Materials: Identification and exploitation of geological resources.
  • Natural Hazard Management: Earthquakes, floods, landslides.
  • Geotechnical Reconnaissance: Soil and rock investigation techniques.
  • Topography and Road and Utilities Infrastructure (VRD): Field surveys, leveling, and infrastructure layout.
  • Applied Computing: Use of specialized software.
  • Semester 3:
  • Geotechnics applied to engineering structures: Foundations for roads, tunnels, bridges, and dams.
  • Soil and rock reinforcement techniques: Soil stabilization and improvement.
  • Environmental Impact Studies: Analysis of project effects on the environment.
  • Statistics and Data Analysis: Analysis tools for geotechnical studies.
  • Geotechnical Mapping: Production of specialized maps for engineering.
  • Semester 4:
  • Research Project and Thesis: In-depth work on a geotechnical problem, including internships in companies or in the field.


Advanced Topics


  • Numerical modeling in geotechnics: Simulation of soil and rock deformation and failure phenomena.
  • Drilling and in-situ investigation techniques: Pressuremeter tests, penetrometers, and drilling.
  • Groundwater management: Impact of infrastructure on aquifers.
  • Innovation in geotechnical engineering: New technologies and materials for construction.


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Admissions Information


  • Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • Selection: Academic record, possible interview.
  • Duration: 2 years (4 semesters).
  • Language of instruction: French.


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