statement of purpose

I am applying to the MSc degree program in Geology at the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, starting in winter 2014. My previous education and work experience as an exploration geologist make me a good candidate for this program. I have a strong research interest in understanding different Earth’s Lithosphere and plate boundary processes in relation to petrogenesis, mechanisms of rock deformation and metamorphism, and dynamics of crustal fluid migration during these deformation events through a combination of field-based, experimental and theoretical methods; with emphasis to better define and understand the architecture of fertile metallurgic districts. My future intent is to become an academia based consultant – structural geologist, in the mineral exploration industry. I found this programme appealing, as I believe that it can provide me with the necessary knowledge and competence to deal with the technical and theoretical shortcomings that are confronting me by offering a balanced coursework in deformation and transformation of rocks, tectonics, geochronology, ore geology, computer modeling and mathematical geology.

Some of the courses that I found very interesting while enrolled in the BSc degree program in Earth Sciences at the University of Asmara, include among others; igneous petrology and geochemistry. The theme of my topic for the course work “Literature review of geological topics” during my undergraduate studies was “Influence of hydrothermal fluids on silicate melts”. In hindsight, this experience allowed me to broaden my understanding on physical volcanology, hydrothermal systems and the mechanics of heat and mass transfer associated with hydrothermal fluid – se...

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...who can effectively bridge the gap between the knowledge rich academia and data rich industry. I am particularly keen to join this program as the department houses interesting faculty members actively engaged in research activities which predominantly coincide with my preferred research areas. In addition, I have gathered that, the Munich GeoCenter also houses interesting geophysics and geodesy research centers, which I can work with in a multi-disciplinary research projects. Besides the formal schooling, studying in the Federal Republic of Germany is important in its own right, for it can broaden my perspective and positively shape my future professional career. To top it all, it will present me with a chance to deepen my understanding of another culture, language and people. In reciprocity, I look forward to bring cross-cultural experience to the LMU student body.