Bedrock Geology: Magmatic Petrology, Geochemistry and Geochronology

Education facts

Code: GEOM11

<p>Planet Earth was formed 4,560 Ma and its differentiation into crust, mantle and core occurred shortly thereafter. Continuous magmatism in various plate tectonic settings, in combination with processes related to melting and magma differentiation, has led to the wide spectra of igneous rocks distinctive of Earth’s crust. We learn to use phase equilibria and geochemical-isotopic characteristics of igneous rocks to achieve a deep understanding of these processes in different tectonic environments. We also learn the principles of absolute dating of minerals and rocks. In addition to lectures, exercises in microscopy, geochronology, chemical calculations and seminars will be undertaken. There is an international or regional excursion included in this course.</p><p>http://www.geologi.lu.se/utbildning/hela-kursutbudet/geom11</p>

Entry requirements

A minimum of 90 ECTS credits in Geology or Earth Science, including courses corresponding to GEOB21 Geology: Evolution of Life and Earth's Climate, 15 credits, GEOB22 Geology: Mineralogy and Petrology, 15 credits, GEOB23 Geology: Sedimentology, Geomorphology and Structural Geology, 15 credits, Geology: From the Ice Age to the Present and Swedish Regional Geology, 15 credits, and GEOB25 Geology in Society, 15 credits. English course 6/B

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Bedrock Geology: Magmatic Petrology, Geochemistry and Geochronology

  Lund University

  Start date: 19 January 2026

  End date: 22 March 2026

  Pace of study: 100 %