Earth Sciences - Archaeology Concentration, (MS)

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MS Degree Program

Program objectives are: (1) ability to solve advanced Earth Science problems involving observations and measurements in the field and the laboratory; (2) attainment of advanced knowledge of Earth Science concepts and their application in one or more subdisciplines; and (3) preparation for professional employment or for entering a doctoral program in an Earth Science or a related field.

Program Requirements

A student may be required to make up deficiencies as determined by the student’s advisory committee

Completion of at least 3 semester hours of graduate seminar coursework

Thesis

Completion and successful defense of a thesis (ESCI 7996 ): at least 6 semester hours. NOTE: Students should familiarize themselves with the Thesis/Dissertation Preparation Guide before starting to write.

ESCI 7996 - Thesis Credit Hours: (1-6)

Completion of

ESCI 7000 - Art Of Earth Sciences Credit Hours: (3)

At Least 1 of the Following Courses:

ESCI 6515 - Geographic Info Science ** Credit Hours: (3)
ESCI 6521 - Quantitative Methods Credit Hours: (3)
ESCI 7310 - Archaeol Theory/Method Credit Hours: (3)
or
ESCI 7801 - Geog Thought & Mthdlgy Credit Hours: (3)

At least 22 hours of coursework at or above the 7000-level (including thesis), as well as the preparation of an acceptable written thesis proposal and oral presentation of thesis proposal.

Successful completion of a written Comprehensive Examination

Archaeology Concentration:

Completion of 12 semester hours of archeology graduate coursework. It is recommended that these 12 hours include courses in archaeological theory, methods, and fieldwork.
Completion of elective graduate coursework, in consultation with the student’s advisory committee, to obtain a minimum total of 32 semester hours.