PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Geosciences

Western Michigan University

As a graduate student in the doctoral program in geosciences at Western Michigan University, you will gain a broad perspective on Earth processes as well as a research specialization in a specific discipline within the geosciences. Through your coursework and research, you will choose to specialize in one or more areas such as geochemistry, geophysics, geomorphology, hydrogeology, petrology, remote sensing, sedimentary systems, earth science education or economic geology. Your coursework will provide you with foundational theoretical knowledge, as well as the ability to carry out relevant field and laboratory techniques. During your dissertation research, you will learn how to design an investigation, collect and analyze your own data, form interpretations and share your results with peers, faculty and members of the geoscience community in both oral and written formats. This program provides the specialized knowledge, critical thinking and communication skills necessary to succeed in a wide range of careers. Graduates of this program have attained positions in colleges and universities, state and federal government research labs and private-sector industry.

College of Arts and Sciences