Geology - Master of Arts, Master of Science

Miami University

The Geology, M.A., M.S., Ph.D., programs include a non-thesis, coursework-based M.A., a research thesis-based M.S., and a research-intensive Ph.D. culminating in a dissertation that typically comprises published, and/or submitted journal articles. Students will describe the major theories and research methods, including the sources they are based on, within several areas of the geosciences and related fields. Students will demonstrate an in-depth knowledge in the student's area of specialization by describing current limits of theory, knowledge and/or practice in the specialty and by explaining the full range of challenges associated with their specialty. Students will design and conduct an original geosciences research project, with sufficient data, analytical methodologies, illustrated results, and logical interpretations. Students will demonstrate ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal means within their area of specialization and to a broader audience.

College of Arts and Science