About the course

Research in planetary science at Rice spans the fields of geodynamics, volcanic processes, petrology, and geochemistry. Numerical modeling is used to characterize mantle convection and crustal evolution on other planets. Growth and deformation of Martian volcanoes is interpreted through image analysis, mechanical modeling, and flexural studies. The geochemistry of lunar and Martian meteorites provides insights into the origin and evolution of these planetary bodies. Laboratory experiments provide instights into the structure and chemistry of metallic cores in various planetary bodies and the process of core formation in terrestrial planets. The proximity of NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) and the Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) ensures a lively exchange between JSC and LPI scientists and Rice faculty and students, enabling shared use of analytical facilities, joint research projects, and course offerings in planetary science. Rice and NASA scientists frequently co-advise graduate students, and many of our undergraduates perticipate in summer intern programs at the LPI. 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: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Houston
Spring (January), 2025	Houston
Spring (January), 2026	Houston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Rice University

A completed application form.

　　Transcripts of all previous college or university work.

　　TOEFL scores for foreign students whose language of instruction was not English. The Rice university code is 6609.

　　Three letters of recommendation . GRE or other applicable test scores**

　　**For 2021, Rice is eliminating the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) standardized test requirement for its graduate programs. In general, applicants should have at least a 3.0 (B) grade point average, or the equivalent, in their undergraduate work. The TOEFL IBT Home. A minimum score of 90 is required.

　　IELTS Indicator. A minimum score of 7 is required. TOEFL, at least 600 on the paper-based TOEFL or score 250 on the computer-based TOEFL.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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World ranking

　　119th / 1250

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