About the course

The Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences offers a wide range of courses leading to the Degree of PhD in Atmospheric Sciences. The Department will provide all its students with educational programs that encompass the fundamental principles of the atmospheric sciences and the body of knowledge associated with the application of these principles to the study of the atmosphere. PhD students will receive advanced, research-intensive instruction that concentrates upon the acquisition of new knowledge, innovative approaches to problem-solving and the dissemination of research results. Students successfully completing the PhD program will be prepared for a career as a researcher, educator, or professional atmospheric scientist. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$45,468

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Houston
Fall (September), 2025	Houston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Houston

A doctoral applicant will have earned a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree, and submitted scores from the General GRE examination taken in the last 5 years (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing, advanced GRE is recommended but optional).

　　Official transcripts from each college or university attended previously, including the degree(s) earned and date(s) awarded.

　　The minimum TOEFL score required is 79 for the internet-based test.

　　TOEFL PBT - An overall score of 550 or higher.

　　The minimum TOEFL score for the new revised paper-based exam is: Reading 20, Listening 20, and Writing 20.

　　The minimum IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Houston. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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