PhD Geoscience
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Geoscience at University of Nevada, Las Vegas is designed to prepare students for demanding research-oriented careers in academia, government service, private consulting, and industry.
Duration
TBA
Starting Date
January, August
Tuition Fee
$25,934 per year
Location
Las Vegas, United States
About the program
Working closely with their advisor, students focus on original research in one of three emphasis areas: geology, hydrology, or soil science. Research expectations are high; students are expected to develop original lines of research that will lead to three or more original manuscripts that are suitable for submission to a refereed scientific journal.
Students in the Geoscience program at University of Nevada, Las Vegas are expected to have strong content knowledge in their area of emphasis and three additional sub-disciplines of the geological sciences. Fundamental knowledge levels are tested first in a diagnostic exam that is used to guide coursework taken by the student, and then later in a comprehensive exam.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the ability to define a research problem by identifying questions and formulating tests of hypotheses.
- Demonstrate an understanding of scientific ethics.
- Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of scientific literature for work relevant to research projects.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct field and laboratory research related to dissertation projects.
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge on the subjects closely related to the field of specialization.
- Demonstrate the ability to do original and creative research.
Courses Included:
- Research Methods in Geoscience
- Dissertation
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