The M.S. in Geology prepares graduates for professional employment in industry or government or for doctoral studies in geology or law. It is expected that thesis work will culimnate in new understanding of a problem of scientific significance and the results will be published in a reputable scientific journal.
Geology, M.Sc.
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- 24 monthsDuration
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Overview
Pursuit of the MS degree not only helps prepare students for exciting career opportunities in areas of distinct benefit to mankind, but it also allows them to experience the challenges and rewards of modern scientific research. It is expected that the thesis work will culminate in new understanding of a problem of scientific significance and that results will be published in a reputable scientific journal.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Global Geology Field Studies
- Borehole Geophysics and Geology
- Geoscience Data Analysis
- Advanced Mineralogy
- Igneous Petrology
- Metamorphic Petrology
- Special Topics in Geology
- Advanced Structural Geology
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 24 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
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This programme accepts GRE® scores. However, it does not provide a recommended score range.
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Tuition Fee
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832 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 832 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months. -
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416 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 416 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Provo
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Funding
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