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Geological Engineering

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Geology and GeophysicsDoctor of Philosophy

Total Credits

54

Program Graduation Requirements

  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

  • A grade of B- or better is required for all graded courses that are counted for the degree.

  • Pass the Doctoral Qualifying Examination before the end of the second year of the program

  • Complete a dissertation that demonstrates independent research and contributes significantly toward a better understanding of geology, geophysics, or geological engineering

  • Successfully defend the dissertation at a final oral examination

Earn at least 40 credits

As approved by Faculty Advisor/Committee Chair. Try to take all your content-specific courses early on in your program.

Required to take course, if not already completed.

Earn at least 14 credits from the following: