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GEOLOGY : ENVIRONMENTAL DYNAMICS : EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE TEACHING

geology student mappingEarth System Science (ESS) 
We offer degrees in geology, earth and space science teaching and environmental dynamics. Click here to see requirements and suggested course sequences (curriculum maps) for each ESS option.

High demand for scientists
Many industries, government agencies, public schools, and universities in the United States are experiencing shortages of scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and teachers trained in these areas… more

Why study earth system science?
Earthquakes, tsunamis, landslides, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, and floods happen somewhere on Earth every day – they have for billions of years and will for a few billion more. But as human population increases… more

Scholarships in Earth System Science
The MSU Earth System Science program offers scholarships for incoming freshmen and transfer students… more

Earth science news from MSU and around the world
News from MSU's Earth System Science program, the United States Geological Survey, and global media outlets… more

The excellent geological education I received at MSU was the key to the success I have experienced as a professional geologist.
-Kelly Mark Hickerson

DEPARTMENT OF EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE