Doctor of Philosophy Programme Geography
Curriculum (2009W)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Dauer/ECTS-AP
6 semesters / 180 ECTS-Credits
Mode of Study
Full-time
Language
English/German
Requirements
Relevant diploma or master's degree or equivalent and Language Certificates
Faculty
Faculty of Geo- and Atmospheric Sciences
Qualification Level
Doctorate (Third Cycle)
ISCED-11: Level 8, EQR/NQR: Level 8
ISCED-F
0532 Earth Sciences
Study Code
UC 094 xxx | UC 794 660 xxx
The curriculum is the basis of a degree programme. A look at the curriculum for the PhD Programme Geography will give you a detailed overview of the structure, content, examination regulations and qualification profile of this PhD degree.
The curriculum can clarify several important questions before you start your studies. For example, which criteria have to be fulfilled for enrolment in the PhD Programme Geography, how long the programme takes, which modules have to be completed and much more.
The curriculum 2009W currently applies to the PhD Programme Geography.
Information on the Curriculum (2009W)
The complete version of the curriculum reflects the currently valid version of the curriculum. It is for informational purposes only and is not legally binding. The legally binding version of the curriculum, including any amendments, may be found in the University of Innsbruck Bulletins.
In order to determine which version of the curriculum is applicable in your case, see the Catalogue of Studies,
available at: https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/lfuonline_meinestudien.studienblatt
Section: Current Curriculum version.
- English version of the Curriculum (from October 1st, 2024)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin June 27th, 2024, Issue 79, No. 881 (modification of the curriculum)
- English version of the Curriculum (from October 20 2014)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin October 20 2014, Issue 4, No. 41 (Equivalence list)
- Curriculum/Consolidated version (from October 1 2014)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin June 17 2014, Issue 30, No. 501 (modification of the curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin March 17 2009, Issue 42, No. 179
- English version of the Curriculum
Requirements
Relevant master's or diploma degrees at the University of Innsbruck:
- Diploma Programme Geography
- Teacher Training Programme with Diploma Thesis - Subject Geography and Economics
- Master's Programme in Geography: Global Change - Regional Sustainability
- Master's Programme Secondary School Teacher Training (General Education) Subject: Geography and Economics
Proof of general university entrance qualification:
With the exception of § 64 par. 5 UG 2002, the general university entrance qualification for admission to a doctoral programme shall be demonstrated by the completion of a relevant diploma programme or master's programme or another relevant programme of at least the same level of higher education at a recognised domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution. To compensate for substantial subject-related differences, supplementary examinations may be prescribed, which must be taken by the end of the second semester of the doctoral degree programme.
The rectorate may determine which of these supplementary examinations are prerequisites for taking examinations provided for in the curriculum of the doctoral degree programme.
Modules und Dissertation
| Compulsory Modules 30 ECTS-Credits | Dissertation 150 ECTS-Credits |
|---|---|
| The dissertation is a piece of scientific work in a special field of geography which – in contrast to a diploma or master's thesis – serves to prove thestudent's ability to cope with scientific questions in an independent way. The dissertation can also consist of articles that are related in terms of subject matter or methods. The quality criteria mentioned in the curriculum are valid. The student has to propose a team of supervisors, consisting of at least two people (dissertation committee), and to nominate one of them as the supervisor mainly responsible. It is permissible to propose supervisors (with the exception of the main supervisor) from subject‐related fields. Injustifiable exceptional cases it is possible for students to propose only one supervisor. Prior to beginning the work, the student has to communicate the dissertation topic and names of the supervisors in writing to the Director of Studies. Topic and supervisors are considered as accepted, if the Director of Studies does not veto them by means of a decree within one month after the receipt of the proposal. |
Qualification Profile and Skills
The Doctor of Philosophy Programme Geography offers scientific development in the field of Geography with special attention to the issues of the man-environment-relationship, the structure and change of natural and social systems in their mutual spatial references and different regional contexts.
Expected Learning Outcomes for the Doctorate
Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy Programme Geography have a theoretical and systematic understanding of their research discipline and the methods employed by research in this field. Through their submission of an original piece of scientific work, graduates of this program have made their own contribution to research which widens boundaries of knowledge and conforms to the evaluation standards of experts.
Future Prospects: Occupational Profiles and Career Opportunities
The career fields of graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy Programme Geography range from science (universities and research centres), economy (e.g. consulting companies, engineering offices, banking and insurance, tourism associations), public services (offices and authorities, policy consulting) to NGOs (e.g. development cooperation, special interest groups).
Information about examination regulations, assessment and grading
Examination regulations
The examination regulation is an integral part of the curriculum, detailed information can be found under the paragraph examination regulations.
The grade distribution table is a statistical representation of the distribution of all successfully completed examinations in a given programme of study or subject (based on all registered students for the programme or subject). The grade distribution table is updated in regular intervals.
| A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian grading scheme | Definition | %-age | ||
| 1 | EXCELLENT: Outstanding performance | 77.4 | = 100% | |
| 2 | GOOD: Generally good, but with some errors | 14.8 | ||
| 3 | SATISFACTORY: Generally sound work with a number of substantial errors | 5.3 | ||
| 4 | SUFFICIENT: Performance meets the minimum criteria | 2.5 | ||
| 5 | INSUFFICIENT: Substantial improvement necessary; requirement of further work |
December 2021
Overall classification of the qualification
Not applicable
Explanation: An overall classification (mit Auszeichnung bestanden/pass with distinction, bestanden/pass, nicht bestanden/fail) – is awarded only for examinations that conclude a programme of study and consist of more than one subject (an examination of this type is not specified in the curriculum of this programme of study).
Contact and Information
Examination Office
Standort Innrain 52d
Dean of Studies (from 01.03.2024)
Priv.-Doz. Mag. Dr. Gertraud Meißl
Information for Students with disabilities
Disability office