Bachelor of Science
Geology
The Geology emphasis within the Geosciences major provides students with an understanding of fundamental concepts in geosciences including the basic structure of the Earth, major events in the evolution of life on Earth, plate tectonics, formation and importance of Earth materials and natural resources, processes that shape and change our planet, and linkages between humans and our physical environment.
About the Program
Students studying Geosciences with a Geology emphasis pursue careers in research, energy, mineral resources, academia and more. Learning outcomes include understanding the basic structure of the earth, major events in evolution, the fundamentals of plate tectonics, and the nature and distribution of different environments on Earth to name a few! Teamwork, leadership, and teaching skills are also built.
Course Requirements
Please note that all requirements listed in the catalog are for the current school year. Students may consult the archive for past requirements.
The button below leads to program requirements for the Geosciences Degree. Earth, Oceans, and Climate sub-plan requirements can be found on the "Subplan" section of the Program Requirements tab.
4-Year Planning Guide
*NOTE: These are meant to be used as a guide. Plan of Study will vary from student to student.
Career Opportunities and Selecting the Major
Interested in the Geology Sub-Plan?
If you are interested in pursuing the Geosciences degree with a sub-plan in Geology, please contact us for more information:
Advisor:
Jess Kapp (jkapp@arizona.edu)
Career Opportunities
- Jobs in Geology, Geoscience, or Minerology
- Corporate jobs in oil, mining, or engineering
- Local, regional, state, or federal environmental regulation
- Work in secondary education or academia
Curious about all of the undergraduate classes we have to offer? See below.