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Undergraduate Program<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The Department of Geosciences o ers a single major that provides a comprehensive foundation in the geosciences, with three specialization options: (i) geology, (ii) geological oceanography, and (iii) water and climate sciences.<\/p>\n\n\n

Geology and Geological Oceanography <\/h1>

Bachelor of Science<\/p>overview<\/a><\/div><\/div>

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Geological Oceanography<\/h2>

This option provides an introduction to geological oceanography at the internationally recognized URI Graduate School of Oceanography.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Geology<\/h2>

The Bachelor of Science with an emphasis in Geology is an inquiry-based program that provides a solid foundation for careers in the Earth sciences.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Water and Climate Sciences <\/h2>

The Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on water and climate sciences offers a strong foundation for careers in hydrology, climatology, and related fields.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Graduate Programs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The M.S. and Ph.D. in Biological and Environmental Sciences (BES) are interdisciplinary, interdepartmental graduate degrees with faculty from multiple departments in the College of the Environment and Life Sciences (CELS).<\/p>\n\n\n

Biological and Environmental Sciences, M.S. and Ph.D.<\/h1>

Environmental and Earth Sciences specialization<\/p>EXPLORE<\/a><\/div><\/div>

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The Environmental and Earth Sciences graduate specialization (EVES) focuses on the history, dynamics, condition, and interpretation of Earth\u2019s environments, celebrating innovative science communication and authentic assessment of the social and environmental justice implications of our research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hydrology<\/h2>

Specialized education and advanced training in the practice and processes that affect the availability and quality of groundwater- and surface water resources<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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