PhD in Geophysics in Reno United States | University of Nevada, Reno

Our graduate program covers diverse geological specialties such as: seismology, geophysical exploration,
natural hazards and environmental evaluations, paleomagnetism, rock magnetism, geodesy, planetary science, and remote sensing.
Students collaborate with faculty to design a tailored curriculum aligned with their academic or professional aspirations. Graduate research occurs both within the Department and through partnerships with the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology and the Nevada Seismological Laboratory.
Opportunities exist for both local and global research initiatives. Field-based learning and investigations are hallmarks of our programs. Situated near the Great Basin and Sierra Nevada junction, the University of Nevada, Reno provides access to exceptional field study locations, from alpine glaciers to arid desert landscapes. Nearby attractions include Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Great Basin, and Lassen Volcanic national parks. Our facilities boast cutting-edge equipment for geological, thermal, seismic, gravitational, magnetic, electrical, geodetic, petrologic, and rock property analysis. We maintain one of the most extensive regional seismic monitoring systems globally and operate the world's premier GPS data processing center.

Graduates will achieve the following learning objectives:
Analyze and assess pertinent scientific literature within their chosen geology/geological engineering/geophysics specialization.
Attain expert-level proficiency in their thesis subject area.
Contextualize their specialized research within the wider scope of Earth Sciences.
Develop and present professional materials, reports, and presentations related to their thesis topic.