Geoscience M.S.

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Admission Requirements

Complete the following admission requirements:

  • Complete a background at least to the level of a B.S. concentration in geology, geophysics or earth science.

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Minimum Requirements for Geoscience M.S.: 30 credits

Concentrations: Geography, Geology

General University Requirements
Complete the graduate general university requirements.
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master’s degree requirements.
As part of the master's degree requirements, complete the following:
Complete 6-12 thesis credits6-12
Geoscience Program Requirements
Complete any deficiencies concurrently with this degree.
Submit a written thesis proposal and pass a written or oral comprehensive examination.
Complete and submit a written thesis and pass an oral defense of thesis.
Concentration
Complete one of the following:12
Geography
Geology
Total Credits18-24

Concentrations

Geography

Geography Concentration Requirements
Complete the following:
Complete 12 geography-related credits at the F600 level as approved by the graduate advisory committee.12
Total Credits12

Geology

Geology Concentration Requirements
Complete the following:
Complete 12 credits at the F600 level as approved by the graduate advisory committee.12
Total Credits12