Earth Science
General
Program Title
Earth Science
Degree Designation
BA
Award Type
Baccalaureate
Program Level
Undergraduate
Instruction Mode
On Campus
Program Description
The Earth Science major is a natural science program that prepares students for a variety of careers in the geosciences. Coursework in this major covers regional geological history; interpreting sediments, minerals, and rock types; field-based problem solving of geological questions; and student-led independent research through a capstone experience. The program encourages interdisciplinary work that prepares students with vital technical and field-based skills that can be applied to a variety of careers in scientific research, federal agencies, industry, consulting, or academia.
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Status
Active
Does this BA major require fewer than 45 credits? Please check the following as appropriate.
BA majors requiring 45 credits or more may take one year of coursework in a single foreign language, a second major or a minor, but it is not required.
Degree Maps
Major Code
1041
Program Code
1782