Overview

Key facts

Topics include specialized studies in geophysics, geochemistry, planetary science, cosmochemistry, high-pressure experimental petrology and rock deformation, tectonics, structural geology, igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary petrology, surficial processes, fluvial geomorphology, stratigraphy, paleoecology, phylogeny reconstruction, functional morphology and evolution, oceanography, paleo-climate studies, geothermal energy, and natural hazards. The Geology department at the University of California, Davis, has outstanding analytical and computational facilities and provides opportunities for research and study around the world. The campus is well situated to provide access to field areas exhibiting diverse geologic and tectonic phenomena, and encourages interdisciplinary research through collaborations with the KeckCAVES, Center for Watershed Sciences, the Bodega Marine Laboratory, and other UC research stations. The program offers a diverse, collaborative, and flexible research environment that integrates field, laboratory, and theoretical/computational approaches and encourages highly individualized and interdisciplinary research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Paleontology;

Sedimentology/paleoenvironments;

Structure/tectonics;

Petrology/geochemistry;

Environmental geology/geomorphology/resources

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Geography Geology View 336 other Masters in Geography in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose

Personal History and Diversity Statement

List of Faculty Mentors

CV/resume

Three letters of recommendation (to be submitted electronically by the recommenders; instructions are in the online application)

Unofficial transcripts from previous institutions attended

Application fee of $120 (U.S.) or $140 (international).

Tuition Fee

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International

11700 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11700 USD per year during 12 months.
National

11700 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11700 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Davis

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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