Program Requirements
The Master of Science in Earth and Planetary Sciences (Thesis) provides the opportunity to conduct research, and it focuses on a broad range of geological, Earth systems, and planetary science topics. Research may encompass natural physical and chemical processes across the age of the solar system, their interaction with life forms, and the impact of human activities on our environment. A major component of the program is an M.Sc. thesis that reports the main findings of the research. Research for the thesis typically begins in the first year of residence and is completed with mentorship from our faculty, in the second year of residence.
Thesis Courses (33 credits)
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EPSC 697 Thesis Preparation 1 (9 credits)
Overview
Earth & Planetary Sciences : Independent study, theoretical and/or laboratory work in connection with the development of an M.Sc. thesis. Success in the course is dependent on presentation of an adequate progress report to the supervisory committee.
Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year.
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EPSC 698 Thesis Preparation 2 (12 credits)
Overview
Earth & Planetary Sciences : Independent study, theoretical and/or laboratory work in connection with the development of an M.Sc. thesis. Success in the course is dependent on presentation of an adequate progress report to the supervisory committee.
Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year.
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EPSC 699 Thesis Preparation 3 (12 credits)
Overview
Earth & Planetary Sciences : Independent study, theoretical and/or laboratory work in connection with the development of an M.Sc. thesis. Success in the course is dependent on presentation of an adequate progress report to the supervisory committee.
Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Complementary Courses (12 credits)
Four 3-credit 500-, 600-, or 700-level EPSC courses chosen with the approval of the supervisor or the research director and GPS.
