Program Overview

Master of Science in Environmental Geoscience

The Master of Science in Environmental Geoscience is a 30-credit graduate degree program offered by the College of Science and Technology at Temple University. This program is designed to advance research skills and deepen knowledge in earth and environmental science.

Program Overview

The program provides a comprehensive understanding of the biological, chemical, and physical processes that form the environment. It investigates Earth's systems, its inhabitants, and their interactions to develop strategies for a sustainable and prosperous society through a combination of coursework and original research.

Program Objectives

The core objective of this master's degree program is to equip students with fundamental knowledge in earth science, skills in conducting scientific investigations, and experience in scientific writing and communication. Graduates will be able to address societal challenges such as climate change, the food-energy-water nexus, and intense land use.

Program Format and Curriculum

The Master of Science in Environmental Geoscience is designed to be completed in two years on a full-time basis. Students in the program complete research culminating in a thesis. Required courses teach concepts and skills through lecture and practical work in the field, laboratory, and scientific data analysis, and programming.

• Courses in the program include:
  • Ecohydrology
  • Nanoscience and the Environment
  • Observing and Modeling Climate Change
  • Remote Sensing and GIS

Program Outcomes

This comprehensive master's program prepares students to start a career in the earth and environmental science field, as well as work in industries such as education, government, and scientific writing. It also provides an excellent foundation to pursue a doctoral degree or lead projects in law, policy, and sustainability.

Related Graduate Degrees and Certificates

• Geology MS
• Geoscience PhD
• Scientific Writing Certificate

Tuition and Fees

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level, course load, in-state or out-of-state residency, and more.

• Pennsylvania resident: $1,395.00 per credit
• Out-of-state: $1,824.00 per credit

Faculty Advisors

Faculty advisors help students shape their coursework and research activities to align with their goals and academic interests. The graduate faculty advisor for the environmental geoscience graduate program is Dennis Terry.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Student clubs offer valuable opportunities to meet fellow graduate students, researchers, and professionals from science- and technology-related industries.

• The Geological Society of Temple University
• The College of Science and Technology Graduate Student Organization

Accreditation

The College of Science and Technology, as a division within Temple University, is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.