Doctor of Philosophy in Geology — study plan
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals College of Petroleum Engineering and Geosciences
- Credit hours
- 42
- Levels
- 6
- Courses
- 12
- Degree
- phd
The Doctor of Philosophy in Geology study plan at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is an accredited phd programme spanning about 3 years (6 academic levels), requiring 42 credit hours across 12 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
First Year - Semester 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOL 601 | Carbonate Sedimentology & Diagenesis | 3 |
| GEOL/GEOP xxx | Earth Sciences Elective I | 3 |
| XXX 5xx/6xx | Free Elective I | 3 |
First Year - Semester 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOL 602 | Global & Regional Tectonics | 3 |
| GEOL/GEOP xxx | Earth Sciences Elective II | 3 |
| XXX 5xx/6xx | Free Elective II | 3 |
Second Year - Semester 1 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOL/GEOP xxx | Earth Sciences Elective III | 3 |
| GEOL/GEOP xxx | Earth Sciences Elective IV | 3 |
Second Year - Semester 2 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOL/GEOP xxx | Earth Sciences Elective V | 3 |
| XXX 5xx/6xx | Free Elective III | 3 |
Third Year - Semester 1 3 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOL 711 | PhD Pre-Dissertation | 3 |
Third Year - Semester 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOL 712 | PhD Dissertation | 9 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Doctor of Philosophy in Geology
How many credit hours is Doctor of Philosophy in Geology at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals?
Doctor of Philosophy in Geology at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals requires completing 42 credit hours to graduate, spread across 12 courses.
How many years is Doctor of Philosophy in Geology at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals?
The study plan for Doctor of Philosophy in Geology spans about 3 years (6 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Doctor of Philosophy in Geology award?
Doctor of Philosophy in Geology at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals awards a PhD degree after completing 42 credit hours.
Is Doctor of Philosophy in Geology offered at other universities?
Yes, Doctor of Philosophy in Geology is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.