MSc 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 tailor their coursework to align with professional or academic objectives. Graduate research occurs both within our 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 investigations represent a cornerstone of our curriculum. Situated near the Great Basin-Sierra Nevada transition zone, the University of Nevada, Reno provides access to exceptional field sites spanning 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 analysis. We maintain one of the most extensive regional seismic monitoring systems globally and operate the world's premier GPS data processing facility.

Program learning objectives encompass:
Developing skills to analyze and assess specialized literature within chosen geological/geophysical disciplines.
Achieving expert-level proficiency in the thesis subject area.
Understanding how specialized geological research connects to broader Earth Science principles.
Creating and presenting professional-quality research outputs related to the thesis topic.