Geoscience M.S.
Admission to the Geoscience program has been suspended. The program has been restructured and is now offered as Earth System Science with a concentration in Geoscience.
Minimum Requirements for Geoscience M.S.: 30 credits
Concentrations: Geography, Geology
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 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 credits | 6-12 | |
| 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 Credits | 18-24 | |
Concentrations
Geography
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Geography Concentration Requirements | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| Complete 12 geography-related credits at the F600 level as approved by the graduate advisory committee. | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Geology
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Geology Concentration Requirements | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| Complete 12 credits at the F600 level as approved by the graduate advisory committee. | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Admission to the Geoscience program has been suspended. The program has been restructured and is now offered as Earth System Science with a concentration in Geoscience.
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.
Admission to the Geoscience program has been suspended. The program has been restructured and is now offered as Earth System Science with a concentration in Geoscience.
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
