BS in Geology

Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University's traditional geology major focuses on the study of rocks and minerals, petrologic relationships, rock-forming processes and field methods in the earth sciences. This program is a good fit for you if you plan to pursue a career in the geological sciences, including mining, resource exploration and recovery, environmental assessment and remediation, water resource management, construction planning or other related fields. If you decide to enter this program, you will gain strong foundation for a professional career or for further study at the graduate level by taking a variety of geosciences courses that cover the disciplines of "classical" geology.

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