OpenFieldUniNE PhD in Hydrogeology and Geothermics at the Centre for Hydrogeology (CHYN)
Doctoral research conducted within the world-renowned Centre for Hydrogeology and Geothermics (CHYN), investigating subsurface karst aquifer flow, geothermal heat extraction, and Alpine groundwater security under climate change.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geosciences, Environmental Engineering, or Applied Geophysics.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis in groundwater modeling, aquifer characterization, or deep geothermal energy systems.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried Swiss doctoral contract: CHF 47,500/year gross plus deep borehole drilling and geochemical field equipment access
- Application fee
- CHF 150 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CHF 515/semester nominal fee.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027 (Doctoral recruitment intake)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Neuchâtel documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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