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Minimum Requirements for Atmospheric Sciences M.S.: 30 credits

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Complete the following admission requirements:

Admission to the Department of Atmospheric Sciences generally requires a degree in a scientific discipline, one year of calculus-based physics, math through differential equations, and one semester of chemistry. Since atmospheric science is a highly interdisciplinary field, incoming students' backgrounds vary considerably. Thus, acceptance into the program is made on a case-by-case basis.

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Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.

• This roadmap should be used in conjunction with regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor or mentor each semester.
• Some courses and milestones must be completed in the semester listed to ensure timely graduation.
• Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
• Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
• Courses with (*) are recommended.

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Learning Outcomes are measurable statements that describe knowledge or skills achieved by students upon completion of the program.

Students graduating from this program will be able to:

• Function effectively in their area of expertise
• Analyze a scientific problem, identify the critical aspects and devise appropriate methods to resolve the science questions that arise
• Be successful in obtaining work or progressing in their field of research
• Demonstrate critical thinking and scientific creativity over original scientific problems
• Have exposure to current scientific problems by learning the peer review scientific process