Starting in Spring 2009, the Physics PhD has a Planetary Sciences
Track.

Introduction: The University of Central Florida has rapidly grown to become a center for research and teaching in the planetary sciences. Our goal is to create a vibrant planetary science research environment that can attract top students, researchers, and faculty and contribute significantly to the exploration of space. The Planetary Sciences Graduate Ph.D. and Masters Tracks are designed to prepare students to be competitive in the global planetary sciences research community.

Admission to the Planetary Science Track: Students must be specifically admitted to the Graduate Planetary Sciences track, either for Masters or Ph.D.. External applications and petitions to switch from the existing Physics graduate program are considered by the Planetary Graduate Committee. Admission to the track requires a Bachelor of Science or equivalent, typically in physics, astronomy, geology, geophysics, geochemistry, atmospheric sciences, or planetary sciences. Those without full academic preparation in physics and astronomy, or low scores on the Departmental placement test may be required to complete specified coursework in addition to the core program, as determined by the Planetary Graduate Committee at the time of admission or their Supervisory Committee at a later date. Petitions to switch from the existing Physics graduate program shall be in the form of a letter to the Planetary Science Graduate Committee addressed to Dr. Dan Britt. The letter should include the request to join the planetary sciences track, the students degree goal (Masters or Ph.D.), the name of the students planetary sciences advisor, and a brief description of their expected area of research.

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