Master of Science [M.S] [Geology] From Auburn University

Academic Eligibility:

• Students must complete a 4-year bachelor's degree in Geology or related Earth Science discipline.
• Students need approval of the Department’s Graduate Program Committee, Department Head, faculty members of the Administration of Higher Education program, and the Dean of the Graduate School.
• A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required to be eligible for the program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

• Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
• Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

• Students need to submit a minimum GMAT score and GRE exam scores for a better chance of admission.

  Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.

• The MSc Geology students can take up jobs in various sectors like Mining Industry, Oil and Gas Industry, Petroleum and the Gems Industry. 
• The candidates may conduct research activities in various technologies and subjects related to Geology. They may work at research labs and earn a handsome stipend at the end of each month.
• The most common job profiles for the MSc Geology postgraduates are Project Assistant, Geological Technologists, Geoscientist, Assistant Chemist, Hydro geologist, ONGC Chair Professor etc.

Being a very popular discipline, MSc in Geology course has excellent future scope. The students are exposed to numerous ways in which they can build their career:

• PhD: If one wishes to continue in the same field of education, the first program of choice is a PhD Geology. It is a three to five year duration course and the eligibility criteria include having a MSc degree in Geology or other related disciplines. 
• DSc - Students can also opt for a Doctor of Science degree in a relevant field on completion of this course.