Houston,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Geophysics in Houston United States | University of Houston
University of Houston
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Houston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,192
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) provides diverse course options for earning a Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics. Students can specialize through electives in fields like exploration geophysics, geotechnical studies, environmental applications, solid earth dynamics, petroleum exploration, marine geology, seismic research, and geodynamic systems. Ideal candidates possess strong foundations in earth sciences, mathematics, physics, and computer applications. Degree holders often find professional opportunities with energy firms, geophysical consultancies, government bodies at all levels, financial institutions, or academic/research organizations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicant will have earned a Bachelor's or a Master's degree
Scores from the General GRE examination taken in the last 5 years are optional (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing, advanced GRE is recommended but optional)
Content of the undergraduate program and, if applicable, graduate programs and grades earned, particularly in the areas of Geosciences, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the last 60 hours of course work
Letters of recommendation from three (3) individuals (preferably faculty members), who are able to judge the candidate's academic abilities and potential for scholarly research.
TOEFL- Internet based Test (iBT)- An overall score of 79 or higher.
Paper-based Test (pBT)- An overall score of 550 or higher.
IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5
Scores from the General GRE examination taken in the last 5 years are optional (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing, advanced GRE is recommended but optional)
Content of the undergraduate program and, if applicable, graduate programs and grades earned, particularly in the areas of Geosciences, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the last 60 hours of course work
Letters of recommendation from three (3) individuals (preferably faculty members), who are able to judge the candidate's academic abilities and potential for scholarly research.
TOEFL- Internet based Test (iBT)- An overall score of 79 or higher.
Paper-based Test (pBT)- An overall score of 550 or higher.
IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5
Tuition
USD
15,192