Advance your career and make an impact in environmental geology, hydrogeology, and engineering geology—all online
Whether you are an experienced geoscientist or preparing to expand your science or engineering geology experience, the University of Pennsylvania’s Applied Geosciences Program offers fully online and practical options that prepare you to take the next step in your career. Our faculty of leading academic researchers and experienced practitioners bring you the latest in industry best practices, methods, and technology. You'll also receive ongoing, one-on-one support from an academic advisor committed to your success.
Penn’s Applied Geosciences Program offers multiple ways to access the rigorous academics and professional opportunities that will help you achieve your goals:
- Master of Science in Applied Geosciences: This degree program will deepen your theoretical and technical expertise and hone essential skills for leadership and advancement. The program is structured to give you a foundation in applied scientific knowledge and to train you to put that knowledge into action.
- Applied Geosciences Program Graduate Certificates: We offer two online graduate certificates for students with a focused set of outcomes in mind who want to earn a credential more quickly than a full degree allows: A certificate in Engineering Geology and a Certificate in Environmental Hydrogeology.
- Individual Course-Taking: The entire catalog of online applied geosciences courses is open to individual course-takers, creating a flexible and accessible path toward advancing your knowledge in a specific area. You can enroll in up to three courses a semester.
You may apply to begin the online Applied Geosciences Program during the fall or spring terms. A typical student in the Applied Geosciences Program is a practicing professional with an undergraduate degree in geology, engineering, chemistry, math, environmental science, or the equivalent. Many of our students are established geotechnical or environmental professionals interested in the types of career advancement that require graduate-level credentials and skills, including project management experience and the specialized knowledge needed in order to obtain a Professional Geologist license. However, some of our students have just completed their undergraduate degree and are looking to improve their credentials before entering the field.
