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Latest news
Addition of Ph.D.
program in Geology
In response to market needs, requests from previous graduates, and
recommendations of external reviewers, the department is launching a new PhD
program in geology. (more)
Earth Sciences
Department
Earth
sciences are the most relevant subjects at KFUPM because of their obvious
bearing on the petroleum and minerals. Ever since the establishment of
this University in 1963 AD, this Department has been in the forefront of
all academic activities. The Department deals with important disciplines
for the study, exploration, mining and use of all natural resources
including petroleum, minerals and water. The disciplines involved in major
construction works of buildings, dams, roads, etc. are also covered by the
Earth Sciences Department. These studies also provide an insight to
current environmental issues.
The
Department is contributing greatly towards the development programs of the
Kingdom by providing trained, skilled and efficient manpower. Its
graduates are currently employed in major organizations that are active in
the exploration, development and production of petroleum and minerals, in
finding more water resources, in big construction works, and in facing
environmental problems.
Objectives
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The Earth Sciences
Department strives to serve the key objectives of the development of
the Kingdom through its programs of study and research in both the
pure and applied aspects of Earth Sciences.
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It prepares
young Saudi men to succeed foreign talents.
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The Department aims
to perform geoscientific tasks at par with the scientific advancement in
the world.
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