Graduate Programs - Degrees Offered Within GeoEngineering

Depending on their desired educational and career objectives, students may pursue studies toward the Master of Science, Master of Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy, or Doctor of Engineering.

Master of Science Program

The Master of Science program provides students with a strong preparation for both professional practice and further advanced studies. The program stresses application of fundamental principles of science and engineering for analysis and solution of complex engineering and environmental problems. The program requires 24 semester units of course work and research, and can be completed in nine months.

Note:
The interdisciplinary nature of GeoEngineering attracts students from many diverse disciplines, and earth sciences in particular. Students enrolled in or with degrees in non-engineering disciplines often may not have the necessary level of preparation to be able to complete the M.S. degree requirements in one academic year and, in some cases, may not even be admissible to the program without additional undergraduate coursework. Therefore, we strongly recommend that students who fall into the above categories contact the GeoEngineering admissions officer, currently Prof. Nick Sitar or one of the faculty directly affiliated with proposed program of study in order to have their preparation evaluated.

Master of Engineering Program

The Master of Engineering consists of 40 semester units of course work and independent study with an emphasis on professional practice. It includes a technical core combined with technical and non-technical breadth areas. The usual duration of the program is four semesters.

Doctoral Studies

Doctoral studies consist of selected courses and independent research culminating in a thesis. The programs are individually formulated through consultation with a faculty guidance committee. A major in GeoEngineering and two minor areas of course work are required for the student's area of research.