• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

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The BS in Geology is considered the preparatory degree for careers in geological science. Graduates typically go on to careers in the energy and environmental industries, and advanced study at top-ranked graduate programs. The first two years of the BS program in Geology provide students with the basics of geology and the supporting fields of chemistry, physics and mathematics. The junior and senior years involve more advanced study in the field of geology and the opportunity to concentrate study in specific disciplines through the selection of technical electives. The Geology and Geophysics Department offers summer field camp (GEOL 350) in the Western US, in which students apply their geologic knowledge to collecting data and solving real problems during a four-week field season. Seniors will participate in a group research capstone course (GEOL 450), in which they work in teams with a faculty advisor to solve a current problem and communicate their findings and experience. Students also have opportunities to become involved in individual research problems with faculty members and can receive course credit for this activity through GEOL 291 and GEOL 491.

The BS is the appropriate degree for students intending to pursue graduate study in geology. Students desiring employment in the petroleum industry are encouraged to pursue an MS degree. Students planning a research or university teaching career should pursue a PhD degree. Particular selections of electives can be used to refine the degree.

Some of society’s most pressing problems, including groundwater contamination and remediation, water resources, and geologic hazards such as landslides, flooding and subsidence are addressed in the field of environmental geology. Environmental geologists typically find careers with environmental and engineering consulting companies and other industrial corporations, governmental agencies or academia. Students are well-prepared for the Association of State Boards of Geology (ASBOG) Fundamentals of Geology exam, which is required for appointment as a Professional Geologist in the State of Texas. Specific elective classes recommended include CVEN 365, GEOG 331, GEOG 390, GEOL 410, GEOL 420, GEOL 440, GEOS 410 and approved classes in other departments including Soil Science, Chemistry, Physics and Civil Engineering.

Many geologists go on to employment in the field of petroleum exploration and extraction. Some of the required geology classes prepare students for this field. Additional recommended classes including GEOL 404, PETE 311, PETE 321, PETE 324 and PETE 402. Qualified students (GPA of 3.0 or higher with dean’s permission) may also take related graduate courses during the senior year. Such classes include GEOL 619, GEOL 622, GEOL 623, GEOL 624, GEOL 668, and GEOP 629. These classes prepare students for graduate study, as well as provide training for those who may be interested in service jobs in the oil and gas industry between their undergraduate and graduate education.

所属院系

进入哪个院系学习？ College of Geosciences

中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL score of 600 (paper test); PTE Academic score of 68.

课程信息

学制：全日制(4 年)

学费：US$37,890.00 (¥ 245,296) /年

开学时间：预计在八月 2022

申请截止日期：

留学地点：College of Geosciences3148 TAMU,COLLEGE STATION,Texas,77843, United States