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Geoscience, Hydrogeology Option, M.S.


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M.S. Geoscience


Dean, School of Mines & Engineering: Dr. Pete Knudsen
  (406) 496-4395
  MG 119

Field of Study


Geoscience is a multi-disciplinary field emphasizing the chemistry, physics, geology, hydrology, fate and contaminant transport, and economics of the earth and its naturally occurring mineral resources. Six degree options are available in the Geosciences curriculum, including three options with an engineering focus.

Degree Program: M.S. in Geoscience with options in


  • Geochemistry
  • Geological Engineering
  • Geology
  • Geophysical Engineering
  • Hydrogeological Engineering
  • Hydrogeology

Option in Hydrogeology


Contact: Dr. Chris Gammons
  (406) 496-4763
  MG 213C

Graduate students in Hydrogeology will study the occurrence, movement, and chemistry of groundwater. Typical thesis investigations are related to environmental or supply problems associated with mining or agricultural activities, and frequently involve research participation with the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology.

Admission Requirements: B.S. in Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, or Physics.
Option: Thesis, Publishable Paper, or Non-Thesis
Core Requirements:  
GEOE 422 - Groundwater Flow Modeling 
GEOE 429 - Field Hydrogeology 
GEOE 520 - Advanced Hydrogeology 
Seminar Requirements: T.C. 5150 - Graduate Writing Seminar  or equivalent; GSCI 5940 - Graduate Seminar  (1)

Examinations:
The final examination for thesis-option students will consist of an oral presentation and defense of the thesis. Questions may be asked on any topic related to the thesis or course work taken as part of the graduate program. The presentation will be open to all interested parties, but the defense will be open only to the graduate committee.

The final examination for non-thesis option students will consist of a written and/or oral examination formulated by the student’s graduate committee. The oral examination will draw questions from the written examination plus any course work undertaken as part of the graduate program.

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