Department of Geosciences

For more information on degree offerings, visit the Department of Geosciences webpage.

Mission

The mission of the graduate program in geosciences is to

Provide a modern, high quality educational experience that focuses on the knowledge and principles of geosciences, critical thinking and communication, citizenship and service, and lifelong learning in order to prepare graduate students for success in their career and beyond.

Graduate Academic Programs

The graduate faculty of geosciences offer courses leading to the Master of Science (M.S.) degree (thesis and non-thesis options) in geosciences. The major areas of emphasis in the graduate program include sedimentary geology and reservoir characterization, geochemistry, geophysics, environmental geoscience, and structural geology.

Program Goals

Develop advanced content knowledge and technical skills in geosciences; 
Possess the ability to develop, recognize and test hypotheses in specific areas of earth sciences; 
Develop skills for effective communication of research; and 
Develop testable research goals and implement experimental tests.

Program Learning Outcomes

Master of Science in Geosciences. Students who complete the M.S. degree program in geosciences will:

Evaluate and critique Earth system models displaying a graduate-level of understanding (evaluate in essay exams for courses and research proposal). 
Develop and defend a research subject and a research plan (research proposal). 
Execute the research plan to completion with defendable results (thesis progress report). 
Produce a body of written work demonstrating proficiency in analysis of Earth-system data and research design (thesis and report). 
Develop geosciences professional profile and skillset.

Faculty

Chair
Jingyi Chen

Professor

Jingyi Chen

Associate Professors
Junran (Jimmy) Li

Graduate Program Advisor
Junran (Jimmy) Li

Programs

Master’s

Courses

Geography

GEOG 6053 Geomorphology

Geology

Geophysics

Common Questions

Colleges