B.A. in Geology – General Option
The Geology – General Option offered by the University of Texas at Arlington is for students who want to combine Geology with other professional interests.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
January, May, August
Tuition Fee
$27,494 per year
Location
Texas City, United States
About the program
As part of a Research I, Urban Public University, the mission of the Geology – General Option program from The University of Texas at Arlington is to advance the field of geosciences and the environment, to communicate knowledge through education, and to nourish diverse scholars through research and education in a sustainable academic environment.
What Will I Learn?
The students’ learning experience isn’t confined to the classroom. They also participate in cutting-edge, collaborative research in the laboratory, guided by expert faculty on projects funded by agencies including the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be prepared for a career as a professional geologist or a career in government policy relating to earth science and environmental issues, earth-science education, environmental law, environmental consulting or environmental medicine.
Courses Included
- Earth Systems
- Earth History
- Paleontology
- Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- Structural Geology
- Mineralogy
- Petrology and Geochemistry