Other students can choose a wide range of supporting courses that will contribute to their particular area of interest in meteorology. Further information concerning programs of study, including sample degree programs, is available from the department. The Earth Science major is a broad program that typically emphasizes an interdisciplinary field. Programs leading to the bachelor of science may be individually designed but will include required courses in Geology and Meteorology, and required supporting work in chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Specific programs have been designed for students interested in a geology, meteorology, or an environmental earth science emphasis.
Programs leading to the bachelor of arts for earth science teaching are available.
The department offers programs leading to the master of science and doctor of philosophy with majors in Earth Science, Geology, and Meteorology. Program options are available for the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in earth science leading to careers in teaching. Students desiring a major in the above fields normally will have a strong undergraduate background in the physical and mathematical sciences. Individuals desiring to enter a graduate program are evaluated by considering their undergraduate background and performance and their expressed goals. Programs of study are designed on an individual basis in accordance with requirements of the Graduate College and established requirements for each departmental major.