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Geophysics Major (GEPJ)


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The Geological and Environmental Sciences and Physics Departments offer a program of study leading to a major in Geophysics. Students choosing this program of study are also required to take mathematics courses, which correspond to a minor in mathematics. Students contemplating a Geophysics major should contact these two departments as early as possible for advising. Students need to meet with advisors in both departments. 41-44 hours are required for this major.

Major Core (38 to 40 hours)


And 3 to 4 hours of the following:


And one of the following:


Electives (3 to 4 hours)


One elective from upper-level geosciences, physics, or engineering courses to be chosen with consent of advisor (3-4 hours).

Additional Information


A minimum grade of “C” is required in each of the required courses as well as in each of the prerequisites for all required courses.

Required Mathematics Minor (19 hours)


Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement


Students who have chosen the Geophysics Major will satisfy the Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement by successfully completing one of the following courses:

Required Cognate Courses (8 hours)


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