Geophysics M.S.
Minimum Requirements for Geophysics M.S.: 30 credits
Concentrations: Solid-Earth Geophysics, Snow, Ice and Permafrost Geophysics, Remote Sensing Geophysics
Code | Title | Credits |
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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: | ||
GEOS F699 | Thesis | 6 |
Complete any deficiencies concurrently with this degree. | ||
Submit a written thesis proposal and pass an oral comprehensive examination centered on this proposal. | ||
Complete and submit a written thesis and pass an oral defense of thesis. | ||
Geophysics Program Requirements | ||
Complete the following: | ||
GEOS F631 | Foundations of Geophysics | 4 |
GEOS F682 | Geoscience Seminar (fall semester) | 1 |
Complete 6 credits from relevant graduate-level courses agreed by the advisory committee or select one from the following concentrations: | 6 | |
Solid-Earth Geophysics | ||
Snow, Ice and Permafrost Geophysics | ||
Remote Sensing | ||
Complete 7 credits of courses approved by the advisory committee | 7 | |
Thesis credits or credits from courses that are F400 level or higher. 1 | 6 | |
Total Credits | 30 |
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The minimum number of credits required is 30. The required M.S. coursework above represents 18 credits. The minimum number of thesis credits required is 6. The remaining 6 credits can either be thesis credits or courses that are F400 level or higher.
Concentrations
Solid-Earth Geophysics
Code | Title | Credits |
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Solid-Earth Geophysics Concentration Requirements | ||
Complete 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
Seismology | ||
Geochronology | ||
Applied Seismology | ||
Geodetic Methods and Modeling | ||
Volcano Seismology | ||
Total Credits | 6 |
Snow, Ice and Permafrost Geophysics
Code | Title | Credits |
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Snow, Ice and Permafrost Geophysics Concentration Requirements | ||
Complete 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
Sea Ice | ||
Permafrost | ||
Glaciers | ||
Ice Physics | ||
Total Credits | 6 |
Remote Sensing
Code | Title | Credits |
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Remote Sensing Concentration Requirements | ||
Complete 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
Atmospheric Radiation | ||
Digital Image Processing in the Geosciences | ||
Geodetic Imaging | ||
Microwave Remote Sensing | ||
Visible and Infrared Remote Sensing | ||
Total Credits | 6 |
Learning Outcomes
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:
- Attain a level of technical ability and knowledge to function as professionals in their discipline
- Have performed research using technical and problem solving skills to contribute to their field
- Demonstrate communication and presentation skills consistent with professional standards
- Obtain employment or continue education in the field following graduation