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Department of Geosciences:
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"The Department of Geosciences maintains a strong foundation in
both geology and geography with an ever-increasing dedication to
earth systems. We offer graduate degrees (Doctorate and Masters
level) focused towards both geology and geography, and a series of
undergraduate degrees and specializations in geology, geography,
and earth systems.
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Doctor of Philosophy in Geosciences:
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"Applications for research in geosciences (to include the broad range of geology,
geography, geophysics, climatology and paleoclimatology, paleoceanography, natural
hazards and human interactions with the natural environment) are encouraged. In
addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, all candidates for the
Ph.D. are expected to have a background approximately equivalent to our M.S.
degree in geology or geography, although this by no means precludes individualized
programs for those with special strength in another discipline. Additional requirements
include completion of sufficient course work or independent study to prepare the
candidate for the preliminary comprehensive exam (research proposition) and a
reading knowledge in one foreign language."
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Master of Science in Geosciences:
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"In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, the Departmental
requirements for the M.S. include: a full year of college mathematics or statistics
(beyond pre-calculus); a full year of two supporting sciences (biology, chemistry or
physics); six weeks of field experience and a prescribed number of courses within the
department. Normally a candidate will write a thesis, but it is possible to elect a
program of study that does not include writing a thesis.
The geology and physical geography faculty have a broad range of interests and
expertise that includes structural geology, geomorphology, igneous and metamorphic
petrology, volcanology, mineralogy, evolution of planetary crusts, geophysics,
paleomagnetism, analytical geochemistry, Precambrian geology, stratigraphy,
sedimentology, glacial geology, marine geology, paleontology, Quaternary studies,
paleoceanography, climatology & paleoclimatology, aqueous geochemistry,
sedimentary geochemistry, biogeochemistry, hydrogeology, and environmental
geology. Field work is a central feature of the research of most faculty members.
Students are encouraged to interact with faculty representing several sub-disciplines
in the field. Students also have the possibility of interacting with Five College faculty
members. The Five College Consortium promotes academic cooperation between
Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges and the University of
Massachusetts."
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