The department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at UCLA offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in the physics, chemistry and biology of the atmosphere-ocean system. Our research utilizes theory, modeling, and observations to further our understanding of this very complex system and how its many parts interact. These topics are more relevant than ever as human activities change our global environment. Online Application.
PhD Program
The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences offers Ph.D. degrees in the physics, chemistry, and biology of the atmosphere-ocean system. Our research in theory, modeling, and observations has broad applications to environmental issues, including air quality, weather and climate prediction, climate change, and natural resource management. read more
Masters Program
The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences offers M.S. degrees in the physics, chemistry, and biology of the atmosphere-ocean system. The M.S. is earned as part of the Ph.D. program. Students may also graduate with a M.S. degree. read more
Admissions
The Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences is now accepting applications for the Fall quarter 2024. Please submit your complete application by December 10, 2023. read more
Application
Step by step instructions, guiding you through the application process. Please follow these instructions carefully. read more