Bachelor of Science - Geology

The Major in Geology provides an academic and practical basis for diverse professional Earth science, environmental, and other careers. Career paths include private and public sector water, energy, mineral, and other natural resources, geologic hazards, environmental management, and education. The major provides a quantitative science and general education preparation for graduate studies, including hydrology, geophysics, environmental science, economic geology, resources management, public policy, and many other areas.

The curriculum encompasses a strong geosciences core, and includes integrating field studies in the Colorado Rocky Mountains and elsewhere with extensive on-campus classroom and laboratory studies. Students complete courses in mathematics, physical sciences, communications, and the liberal arts to develop effective quantitative, decision making, and communications skills. Four concentrations are offered to allow focus on specialized career interests: Geology, Environmental Geology, Geophysics, and Hydrogeology.