MEng in Geological Sciences in Ithaca United States | Cornell University

The Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) is a one-year professional program designed to help students specialize or expand their expertise in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. Our flexible curriculum accommodates diverse career aspirations, making it ideal for those seeking deeper knowledge in EAS—perhaps after discovering the field late in their undergraduate studies—or wishing to enhance their computational and analytical abilities. Students with a solid EAS foundation can pursue interdisciplinary projects or engage in intensive research beyond typical undergraduate opportunities. Unlike the two-year Master of Science (MS), which may offer research or teaching assistantships, the M.Eng. is a self-funded, accelerated program.

The geological science curriculum provides comprehensive training in fundamental sciences alongside hands-on field, theoretical, and research experience. With strengths in geophysics, geochemistry, structural geology, and more, the program also encourages cross-disciplinary exploration. Students can delve into marine ecology, water resources, or applied geological sciences, supported by Cornell's adaptable graduate framework. Faculty collaborate across fields, offering courses in planetology, paleobotany, biogeochemistry, and engineering disciplines like geotechnical and earthquake studies, ensuring a well-rounded academic experience.