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Welcome to the Earth Science & Engineering Program

PROGRAM CHAIR:​
​Sigurjón Jónsson, Ph.D​​​​​
Professor of Geophysics
Building 1, Level 3, Room 3136

We are faced with unprecedented challenges related to climate change, energy transition, natural resources, pollution, and degradation of the natural environment. Future earth scientists will play an essential role in addressing and finding solutions to these pressing problems. In the Earth Science and Engineering (ErSE) Program, we offer a range of courses and scientific projects that help students acquire useful knowledge and skills to take on these challenges. Our M.Sc. and Ph.D. level courses cover many geophysics and geology subjects and provide training in different data acquisition, data analysis, and computational methods. Research within the program focuses on atmospheric and ocean processes, subsurface imaging, reservoir simulations, natural hazards, and the Red Sea rift, among many other topics. When you join us as an MS student, you can select one of the following four study tracks: Geophysics, Geology, Machine Learning in Geosciences, or Geophysical Fluids and Climate Systems.

We invite you to explore our website to learn about graduate study programs and faculty research groups.

 

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M.Sc. Degree

The Master's Degree (M.Sc.) is awarded upon successful completion of a minimum of 36 credit hours. Students are expected to complete the M.Sc. degree within 3 to 4 semesters (including one summer semester, i.e., 12 to 18 months in total). The M.Sc. degree is offered for traditional full-time students and could be a terminal M.Sc., as well as a gateway to the Ph.D. program. All M.Sc. students are expected to complete a capstone experience that includes thesis preparation and oral defense. The non-thesis option is available in the ErSE Program.

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Ph.D. Degree

​TThe Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree is designed to prepare students for research careers in academia and industry. Typically it takes from 3 to 4 years to complete with prior M.Sc. degree. The achieving Ph.D. degree requires original research, culminating in the Ph.D. Dissertation Defense.

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Upcoming Events

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May 2025

PhD Dissertation

Viscoelasticity, crystallization, and mechanical properties of dis-entangled UHMWPE/HDPE melt blends and their nanocomposite
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May 2025

Academic Calendar

Bridging Horizons 2025

H.E. Mr. Christophe Farnaud, Claude Mourey, Dr. Ana Margarida Costa, Salma Alsinan, Dr. Julien Gorenflot, Dr. Vijiaykumar Marakatti, Luca Polizzi, Francesca Serra

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May 2025

PhD Dissertation

Synthesis and solvent free solid state processing of low entangled ultra-high molecular weight isotactic polypropylene (UHMW-iPP) for ultimate mechanical properties
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May 2025

Materials Science and Engineering and Applied Physics Special Seminar

Terra incognita: Understanding next-generation polymer semiconductors using fast calorimetry
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​Graduate Program Student Advisor (GPSA)

Karema Alaseef
Engineering Science Hall (Building 9) Level 4, Office 4365.

Drop-in hours

  • Sunday and Tuesday: 10 am - 12 pm and 2 pm - 4 pm.
  • Thursday: 10 am - 12 pm.

Karema is here to address students academic questions, evaluate their progress, and update them on current university policies and procedures. She is the first point of contact for all academic life and KAUST-related questions or issues. She is the liaison between students and faculty, the Registrar Office, Graduate Affairs, Admissions, the Associate Dean and the Dean.  ​​

 

 

Our Faculty

KAUST offers superb research facilities; generous, assured research funding; and internationally competitive salaries. We attract top international faculty and students to conduct fundamental and goal-oriented research to address the world's pressing scientific and technological challenges. Apply now for the open positions and be a part of our community.

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  • HYLKE BECK Assistant Professor, Earth Science and Engineering
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