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Navigating Your Studies: Resources and Course Planning for Geophysics Students
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Overview of the program structure, module types, and course planning tools. Find the study plan, course catalogue, and key student platforms (LSF, Moodle) to help you navigate your studies successfully.
Program Details
Courses in the International Master’s Program are organised into modules. Each module may contain several courses, which are assessed together as a unit. The study plan below provides an overview of all mandatory and elective modules.
The image below shows the full study plan of the program.
It includes:
- 11 mandatory modules (labelled P 1 to P 11)
- Elective modules totalling 24 ECTS credits (labelled WP 1 to WP 21)
Nomenclature
- ECTS – European Credit Accumulation and Transfer System
- SWS – Course hours per week (Semesterwochenstunden)
- P – Mandatory module (Pflichtmodul)
- WP – Elective module (Wahlpflichtmodul)
More details on elective courses
You can find detailed descriptions of all elective and mandatory courses in the documents below:
Downloads
For official semester start and end dates, please refer to the LMU academic calendar.
Useful Links
LSF – Course Catalog and Student Portal
The LSF portal provides access to the course catalog, class schedules, and personal study-related information. You can use it to register for courses and exams or view your academic records.
Moodle – Learning Platform
Moodle is LMU’s main e-learning platform. Here you’ll find course materials, announcements, discussion forums, assignments, and other resources provided by your instructors.
International Office – Contact and Support for International Students
The International Office offers guidance on application procedures, residence permits, enrollment, and support services for international students. Refer to their page for country-specific requirements and important updates.