• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

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Earth Science is the study of the earth - the study of its rocks, minerals, and records of ancient life, and of the physical, chemical, and biological processes, past and present, at work in the earth's interior, on its surface, and within its envelope of water and air. The methods of geology are applicable to the study of the moon and the planets.

The undergraduate program in Earth Science provides the background in elementary geology, basic sciences, and mathematics necessary for graduate work in geology or closely related fields such as geophysics, geochemistry, paleobiology, or oceanography. In addition, the program retains the flexibility to permit preparation for eventual specialization in related fields. In consultation with an undergraduate advisor, students may develop individual programs tailored to their interests and career goals.

Climate and Environment Emphasis

Climate and environment science emphasizes an integrated view of the Earth as a dynamically linked system. Students in this major take traditional geology courses while also pursuing course work in related disciplines, such as ocean, atmospheric, and Earth-surface sciences. The program provides broad preparation for both post-baccalaureate employment (especially in environmental fields) and graduate studies in geosciences.

Geohydrology Emphasis

Geohydrology is the study of the movement of water through geologic material and the resulting interactions with a focus on Earth surface processes.

Geology Emphasis

Geological science is the study of the Earth-of its rocks, minerals and records of ancient life, and of the physical, chemical and biological processes, past and present, at work in the Earth’s interior, on its surface, and within its envelope of water and air. An applied science, geoscience draws from a number of disciplines, mixing the practical with the theoretical.

Geophysics Emphasis

Geophysics focuses on a quantitative and physical interpretation of Earth processes. Students in Geophysics take more courses in math and physics and fewer courses in Earth materials and geologic field methods than do students in Earth Science.

Paleobiology Emphasis

Paleobiology is the study of fossils as evidence for the patterns and processes of evolution over geological time. Fossils embody some, but not all, of the traits of the animals they represent. The paleo biologist seeks to understand the geological context in which a fossil is found and to interpret the biology of the fossil from a sound knowledge of living organisms. Students in paleobiology take most of the traditional Geology courses in addition to their coursework in biology and related fields.

Benefits of an Earth Science Career

Career choices include academia (public school teacher, community college instructor, university professor or researcher), industry (exploration geologist and geophysicist, engineering and environmental geologist) or government scientist (U.S. Geological Survey, NOAA, NASA). Earth scientists are well trained in observing the Earth and have a broad education in mathematics and the physical or biological sciences. A Bachelors or Masters degree is required for many industry jobs, while Ph.D. degrees are needed for research and university teaching positions. UCSB can provide you with the education and experience to open doors in any of the employment areas of earth sciences.

所属院系

进入哪个院系学习？ College of Letters and Science

中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 Students should have a minimum average of B with no grade below a C. They must have a paper-based TOEFL score of 550 or better.

课程信息

学制：全日制(MINIMUM OF 180 QUARTER UNITS)

学费：US$29,754.00 (¥ 192,624) /年

开学时间：预计在九月, 十月 2022

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留学地点：College of Letters and Science2217 Cheadle Hall, MC 2080,University of California, Santa Barbara,SANTA BARBARA,California,93106, United States