MSc Earth Systems Science
The Earth Systems Science program at George Mason University addresses the growing demand for trained professionals in the Earth sciences.
Duration
1 year
Starting Date
January, August
Tuition Fee
$ 1,486 per credit
Location
Fairfax, United States/Blended
About the programme
The degree emphasizes a research-oriented, global systems approach to studying the Earth and its systems- the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, and the lithosphere, including their interrelationships and interactions with the biosphere. Emphasis is on the observation, measurement, and analysis of Earth’s systems.
Most student research projects and theses will relate to geologic and geographic topics, however studies of related topics in Earth science are welcome.
Key Features
Students completing the Earth Systems Science program at George Mason University are qualified to pursue careers that require knowledge of the basics of Earth systems science and the requisite tools, specifically pertaining to the area of Earth science that they choose to investigate.
Students are encouraged to undertake a master’s thesis but may choose a research project. In the latter case, students must pass a comprehensive exam.
Courses include:
- Land-Climate Interactions
- Paleoclimatology
- The Hydrosphere
- Atmospheric Physics
- Hydrosphere
- Physical Oceanography
- Physical and Dynamical Oceanography
- Hydrogeology