Excursions and field courses
Excursions are an essential part of the practical training, providing a deep understanding of complex processes and playing a key role in developing solutions for current challenges in areas such as natural hazards, environmental issues, and climate change.
“On excursions, we set aside the textbook and experience the reality - nature doesn’t always adhere to the rules.”Madeleine Müller, Earth Sciences student
Principles of D-EAPS for successful excursions
Excursions take place in a unique environment that can pose physical, mental, and social challenges. These conditions require not only thorough preparation but also a high level of personal responsibility. Clear communication and respectful interaction are therefore essential.
The Download general terms and conditions for excursions and field courses (PDF, 101 KB) set the foundation for a successful and responsible collaboration during the excursion. By registering for an excursion or field course, all students confirm that they have read and accepted these rules.
Respectful behaviour on excursions
Insurance
It is the responsibility of the participants to have coverage through health and accident insurance, as well as liability insurance.
Annual programme
Registration
Depending on the excursion or field course, enrolment is done via the web application “Excursions and Field Courses D-EAPS” or myStudies. Please check the information in the course catalogue.
Excursions for Master's students
Recognition of excursions occurs separately for each major; relevant information will be published on the D-EAPS excursions and field courses website. Further details can be found in the Download Study Guide Master in Earth Sciences (PDF, 659 KB).
The University of Zurich only subsidises the following mandatory excursions and field courses for its students.
UZH students in Earth System Sciences:
- 651-3002-01 Earth Science Excursions I
- 651-3982-00 Geological Field Course I
UZH students in Geography::
- 651-3002-01 Earth Science Excursions I
For all other optional excursions and field courses (Bachelor's and Master's level) UZH students pay the full costs.