BSc. Geosciences - Geology

The Geology concentration prepares students to excel in Geology-related careers in public service, the private sector, and education, and for continued studies in graduate school. Job demand for geologists is high with the prevalence of long-term issues such as oil and gas exploration, critical minerals, climate change, water quality, dwindling natural resources, renewable energy, and natural hazard mitigation. MTSU has one of the Southeast's largest undergraduate Geology programs, but a student-faculty ratio of 15 to 1 allows personal attention and many undergraduate research opportunities. Geology: This Geology career track is designed for students who plan to become professional geologists in the private and public sectors and students who wish to pursue graduate study in Geology. Students interested in careers in industries such as mining, oil and gas exploration, hydrologic consulting, and academic research should choose the Geology career track.

Career Path

The global demand for geoscientists in areas such as environmental consulting, renewable energy, mining, and the rapidly expanding field of geographic information systems (GIS) far exceeds the current supply. Graduates often go on to earn master’s and doctoral degrees at some of the nation’s most prestigious research universities or work in geoscience-related professions such as park service, science journalism, and science education.