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University of Wisconsin - Madison

Department of Geology & Geophysics 1215 W. Dayton Street

Madison, WI 53706

Phone: 608-262-8960

Fax: 608-262-0693

The Department of Geology and Geophysics provides opportunity for advanced study leading to the master of science and the doctor of philosophy degrees in geology or geophysics. Broad research interests and numerous fields of specialization among the members of the faculty provide research opportunities in all major fields of earth science including geochemistry, geophysics, hydrogeology, microbial geoscience, mineralogy, nano-geoscience, paleontology, petrology, quaternary geology, sedimentology, structural geology, and tectonics. Students may also obtain a joint master's degree in geology and water resources management. The graduate student is expected to acquire a broad foundation in geology or geophysics and in the supporting sciences before specializing. Courses are selected by the student in consultation with a two-member Guidance and Evaluation Committee. Field experience is emphasized as an integral part of the training. Individual research is required in all graduate work.

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