Overview
Our mission in the Planetary Science program from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is to understand and protect our home in the universe through discovery, education, and outreach.
Features
- To further this mission we strive to foster an inclusive culture of respect, collaboration, and openness to new ideas and methodologies.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:- Planetary Surfaces
- Planetary Origins and Evolution
- Classical Mechanics
- Continuum Mechanics
- Numerical Methods for Geosciences
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Astronomy & Space Sciences View 34 other PhDs in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Letters of Recommendation
- A bachelor's degree in a physical science, engineering, mathematics or other related field is required. Undergraduate students with a strong preparation in planetary science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, astronomy, engineering, geology or geochemistry are especially encouraged to apply.
- Applicants must have outstanding records in the relevant basic sciences and mathematics. Qualified students may proceed directly toward the Ph.D., although most obtain the M.S. degree in the process.
Tuition Fee
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International
33238 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33238 USD per year during 60 months. -
National
33238 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33238 USD per year during 60 months. -
In-State
18136 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18136 USD per year during 60 months.
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