program Contact:

Dr. Michael Smith
email: smithms@uncw.edu
Phone: 910.962.3496

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Master of Science (MS) in

Geology

Goal of Program:

The general focus of the program is the development of professional geologists capable of conducting research in geology through broadly-based study of modern geological processes and their ancient analogs.

Program Audience:

• The program includes both a thesis and non-thesis option, both of which provide a foundation for employment in the environmental fields, mineral and energy industries, and government agencies.
• In addition the thesis option prepares students for advanced study leading to the doctoral degree while the non-thesis option (NTO) provides a foundation for employment as an entry-level professional geologist in environmental fields and firms, mineral and energy industries, and government agencies.  Completion of the NTO assists students toward professional licensure.

Program Highlights:

• Specific goals of the program are to provide advanced research and educational opportunities in the geological sciences, and to prepare geologists for solving contemporary geologic problems.
• Specific objectives are:
  • To develop research competence in geology
  • To develop professional competence in the assessment of water, energy and mineral resource potentials
  • To develop a level of research competence in geology that encourages continued effort towards the doctoral degree
  • To provide the scientific community with meaningful geological data