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    Jan 28, 2025  
2024-2025 Binghamton University Academic Guide 
    
2024-2025 Binghamton University Academic Guide

Department of Earth Sciences


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The earth sciences embody a wide range of approaches to studying the world around and below us. Sub-disciplines represented in the Department of Earth Sciences include various branches of geology, geochemistry, and geophysics. The department offers both undergraduate and graduate level degrees in Geological Sciences, as well as minors in geology, geophysics, and geochemistry.

Distinguished Independent Work in the Geological Sciences

The award of distinguished independent work in the geological sciences is granted by the department to those majors who have distinguished themselves in academic endeavors beyond the normal requirements for the bachelor’s degree. The requirements for this award include above-average performance in coursework as well as successful completion of an independent research paper under the supervision of a faculty member. Majors are invited to consult with their department advisors about this award before the beginning of their senior year.

Programs

    Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyMinor

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