Bachelor of Science in Geology

Florida Atlantic University - StudyGroup USA

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree is designed for students planning professional careers in geology, hydrogeology and environmental consulting. The degree program also provides an excellent foundation for progressing to graduate work in geology, geosciences and environmental science.Our programs provide the flexibility you need, allowing students to pick and choose between traditional and fully online classes, with opportunities to engage in a wide variety of research, both taking place in key areas in South Florida and across the world. The Department of Geosciences offers undergraduate degree programs leading to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with a focus in either Geography or Geology. Students can also choose from Certificate Programs in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with minors in Geography or Geology, and Geographic Information Science. Descriptions of degree tracks and requirements follow. A grade of ''C'' or better is required in all courses taken in the department that are part of the minimum degree requirements. The University’s foreign language graduation requirement for B.A. and B.S. degrees also must be met.