MS in Geology

University of Toledo

The master's degree in geology provides students who have completed an undergraduate degree in geology or closely related discipline, an opportunity for in-depth study of environmental geology with expertise in near surface geology. The master’s degree requires at least 30 credit hours of graduate course work approved by the student’s advisory committee and either a thesis, or original report (non-thesis option) The master's degree in geology prepares students to enter a Ph.D. program or for career opportunities with state geological surveys, government agencies, NGO’s, consulting firms, non-profits, educational institutions Graduates are employed by state geological surveys, government agencies, NGO’s. consulting firms, non-profits, or educational institutions. Learning Outcomes Analyze and scientifically evaluate past research in their sub discipline in geology. Design, complete and appraise a collaborative project with peers on a local scientific field problem. Design and conduct novel research using experimental, observational, analytical and/or theoretical techniques. Generate novel research products including a) to write documents suitable for peer-review, and b) to produce oral and visual presentations that are shared with peers in a professional setting.

College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics