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MS Earth and Environmental Science (Energy Geoscience Professional) at University of Texas at Arlington

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Programme overview

Master of Science in Earth and Environmental Science Energy Geoscience Professional option is intended for those interested in a career in the petroleum Industry. In addition to core geology courses, students are required to participate in a networking program with industry professionals, work as an intern or in a part time job in petroleum geoscience, take a course in project economics, and participate in course activities that emphasize business ethics, teamwork and communications. Thesis or non thesis options are available.

Faculty: College of Science  |  Department: Earth and Environmental Sciences  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Location: Arlington, TX, United States

What you will study

The programme totals 30 credit hours. Required courses listed include: Statistics For Earth And Environmental Scientists; Sustainable Energy Resources; Geoscience Internship; Advanced Engineering Economy.

Career pathways

Master of Science in Earth and Environmental Science Energy Geoscience Professional option is intended for those interested in a career in the petroleum Industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for the Earth and Environmental Sciences Master’s Program must meet the following requirements: A BS degree in biology, chemistry, geoscience, mathematics, or engineering with the following courses or their equivalent: 1 semester of introductory physics for science majors; 2 semesters of introductory chemistry for science majors; and Calculus I and II. Students with a bachelor’s segree in other sciences will also be considered, subject to satisfactory completion of deficiency courses. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, as calculated by the Graduate School. Have a strong quantitative background including courses in differential and integral calculus (i.e., Calculus I and II). Students that have not taken these courses will be expected to complete them during their first year of residence.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

Master's application priority dates: Fall March 15, Spring August 15, Summer February 15. Some programmes have earlier dates. Apply through ApplyUTA.

International graduate applicants apply through ApplyUTA. English requirements: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 100. Non-U.S. transcripts are evaluated by FCSA for a $90.00 USD processing fee. Application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uta.edu/admissions/apply

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