Nov 08, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Geological Sciences MS


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The Department of Geological Sciences focuses on advancing our understanding of earth and applying that knowledge to problems of societal importance. Our faculty members apply interdisciplinary approaches to three main themes: (1) climate change, (2) geohazards, volcanology and geodynamics, and (3) water and environment. Both thesis and project tracks are offered. Graduate studies are aimed at preparing students for professional careers in in industry or government (both tracks) or to continue to a doctoral program (thesis track). Students receive specialized training in their selected focus area and also are exposed to the full breadth of the Department’s expertise to provide balance and career flexibility.

Thesis Track


Required Core (24 credits)


(excluding GLY 526 , GLY 599 , GLY 633 , GLY 700 , Seminar/SEM and Tutorial/TUT courses)

Culminating Experience: Thesis (6 credits)


Total Credit Hours: 30


3.0 Degree GPA required

 

Project Track


Geology Specialization (12 credits)


Culminating Experience: Project (6 credits)


Total Credit Hours: 30


3.0 Degree GPA required

 

Instruction Method


  • In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options


  • Full Time (thesis or project track)
  • Part Time (project track)

Credits Required


  • 30 Hours

Time-To-Degree


  • 2 Years (thesis track)
  • 3 Semesters (project track)

Application Fee


  • $75

SED Statement


This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.

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