This is perhaps the best mechanism for assessing the match between your interests and qualifications and the offerings and requirements of the Department. An application package can be obtained from the CSM Graduate Office. The program of study includes CHGN560, CHGN502, CHGN503, CHGN505, CHGN507, and the M.S. thesis research. The student's thesis committee may set additional course requirements and will decide on transfer credit. The program of study is selected by the student in consultation with his or her advisor and thesis committee.
Thesis is required.
All geochemistry students must complete all core courses. Students may elect any one of the four tracks. Students reside in either the Department of Geology and Geological Engineering or the Department of Chemistry and Geochemistry. Consistent with the tradition and mission of the Colorado School of Mines, the Department of Chemistry and Geochemistry focuses its research on application of chemistry and geochemistry to the solution of problems pertinent to natural resources. Because many of these problems are highly complex, a particular strength of the Department is participation in interdisciplinary projects.