B.S.,
Geology,
Geology Track
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
What You'll Do
From the rocks and oceans on Earth to the atmosphere and stars overhead, geoscientists seek to understand our planet and its environment. As a Geology major pursuing the Geology track, you will grow in your understanding of science, layer by layer, under the guidance of our expert faculty.
You’ll take a range of courses that cover a variety of subdisciplines in Geology. At IUP, hands-on learning is emphasized with a selection of laboratories that include the Marine Sediments Laboratories, the Geochemistry Research Laboratory, the Paleontology Research Laboratory, the Structural Geology and Tectonics Laboratory, the Planetary Science Laboratory, and the IUP Planetarium.
Because fieldwork is a large component of IUP programs in geology and oceanography, the department is equipped with four twelve-passenger vans, camping gear, and a wide array of scientific equipment. IUP also offers field courses at distant sites such as Newfoundland, the Yellowstone region, the Bahamas, and the American Southwest.
What You'll Become
A Bachelor of Science degree in Geology achieved through pursuit of the Geology track is designed for students who are interested in oceanography, marine geology, sedimentology, climate change, volcanology, paleontology, meteorology, planetary geology, and geophysics.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in the geosciences in the next few years will be most promising in the energy industry, environmental applications, and land and water management.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is a projected employment increase of 22 percent for geoscientists (and a similar rate for hydrologists) between 2006 and 2016. A master’s degree offers added employment potential, according to the report. IUP’s Geology program provides an excellent preparation for the job market or graduate school.
