Earth System Science

Global change is one of the greatest challenges to sustainability in the 21st century. Earth System Science PhD students join the global scientific community in its effort to define the causes and impacts of climate and other environmental changes and to develop effective solutions for a sustainable future. 

Students gain a perspective of the Earth as a coupled system, involving the atmosphere, ocean, land, cryosphere, and humanity, and develop critical research skills. With hands-on training in remote sensing, data analysis, modeling, and science communication, they acquire and hone the know-how for a successful STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) career. Advanced course work in oceanography, atmospheric chemistry and dynamics, biogeochemistry, ecology, and human systems presents students with the breadth of current research. 

Dedicated expert faculty and research staff, state-of-the-art research instrumentation, and a commitment to team science provide an environment for a diverse student population to thrive, to conduct groundbreaking research, and to become the researchers, educators, and leaders of tomorrow.

NOTE: Students are admitted to the Ph.D. program only; the master's degree may be awarded upon progress to the Ph.D.

Bachelor’s Degree, 4-5 year degree.

1. Detailed mark sheets (grade reports) for each semester of study and all yearly examinations. Individual examinations and papers must identify the subject and show minimum, maximum and awarded marks as well as overall results. Exams and papers must state the level of pass, class, and division. Rank in class should be indicated, if available.

2. Diplomas or official statements from all degree-granting universities with the date of formal conferral.