Program Overview
The Earth and Planetary Sciences at University of California Santa Cruz is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Earth and Planetary Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 8
- Tuition: USD 32,852 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,750 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Santa Cruz, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Earth and Planetary Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introductory Graduate Seminar
- Great Papers in Earth Sciences
- Tectonics
- Solid Earth Geochemistry,
- Stellar/Planetary Formation and Evolution
- Ground Water Modeling
- Igneous Petrology
- The Climate System
- Planetary Interiors
- Order of Magnitude Estimation
- Global Seismology
- Magnetohydrodynamics
- Whole Earth Seminar
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the Graduate Program in Earth Sciences is competitive. Each year we receive many more applications than there are spaces. Ideal applicants will have an strong undergraduate record with a degree in some branch of Earth Science, Planetary Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline, including considerable quantitative coursework. Honors or a senior thesis are a plus, as are strong writing skills, undergraduate research experience, the ability to work effectively both alone and in a group, and dedication to doing high-quality work.
English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 32,852 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,750 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 32,852 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,750 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 8
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Santa Cruz directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of California, Santa Cruz
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, United States
University of California, Santa Cruz is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months