Bachelor of Science in Geosciences - Geology Option

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree programs require three semesters of mathematics in calculus and/or statistics, one year of chemistry and one year of calculus based physics. In addition, support courses in the sciences are required. Courses may not be offered every year. A six-credit-hour course in field geology is required and must be taken at another university. Students graduating with a B.S. degree in Geosciences usually enter a professional career in the geosciences or further their education at the graduate level before working professionally in the geosciences.

Students are encouraged to take minors in associated technical fields. Minors in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Petroleum Engineering and Computer Sciences are among the many minors available. Students may also minor in areas of special interest.

Course Requirements

Courses  Credits 
Mathematical Sciences 14 hours
Chemistry 8 hours
Physics 8 hours
Geology 41 hours
Sciences, Mathematics, or Engineering Electives 18 hours
General Electives 18 hours
Humanities, Social Sciences, and English 24 hours
TOTAL 131 hours

Please note that students are required to follow the course balance sheet on which they enrolled. This may vary from the information reflected on this site. Students should contact the College of Engineering & Natural Sciences' Advising Office for a copy of their active balance sheets.