Overview

The primary goal of the program is the development of professionals capable of conducting research and applied work in the geosciences through the broad study of modern and ancient Earth and ocean processes as well as human-environment interactions.

Key Features

The Geoscience program at University of North Carolina Wilmington includes thesis and portfolio options, both of which provide a foundation for advanced study or employment in the geological, geospatial technology, oceanographic and environmental fields, as well as the mineral and energy industries and government agencies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in Geoscience

Technical Communication in Geoscience

Advanced Field Methods

Directed Independent Study

Topics in Geoscience

Research Seminar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 180 other Masters in Earth Sciences in United States

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An application for graduate admission; including a research essay (required) and a teaching assistantship essay (optional-only necessary if you are interested in a teaching assistantship position in the department).

Official transcripts of all previous college work (including undergraduate and graduate, where applicable).

Three letters of recommendation by individuals in professionally relevant fields and who are familiar with the candidate and can speak to their abilities and interest.

A non-refundable $75 application fee.

Tuition Fee

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International

21364 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21364 USD per year during 12 months.
National

21364 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21364 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

5278 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5278 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Wilmington

900 - 1400 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Geoscience.

Available Scholarships

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