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Medium of studying
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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Earth Sciences | Geology
Area of study
Natural Science
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Overview
Modern geologists don’t simply study rocks. Today’s geoscientists assess and predict geologic hazards that may occur where humans intersect with the physical world, provide strategies for mitigating impacts of human-driven climate change, and meet the needs of an industry fueled by mining, environment, water resources and others.
Program Details
Degree Fit
This degree could be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy science in relation to the physical earth and its properties
- Want to be a part of the solution in addressing nationwide climate change concerns
- Like analyzing data and applying the results
- Want to develop sustainable strategies for resource and energy development
Career Outcomes
With this degree, you could become a/an:
- Climate change scientist
- Hydrologist
- Geographer
- Spatial Analyst
- Environmental consultant
- Risk assessment/compliance specialist
- Environmental planner
- Land management
Program Location
Moscow
Program Availability
Available On-Campus
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Program Outline
Careers:
- Climate change scientist
- Hydrologist
- Geographer
- Spatial Analyst
- Environmental consultant
- Risk assessment/compliance specialist
- Environmental planner
- Land management
Other:
- Students in the geological sciences option study mineralogy, petrology, stratigraphy and more and earn hands-on experience with field experience led by expert faculty.
- You will graduate prepared to balance the many demands on the nation’s land resources in careers that span the petroleum and mining industries, environmental consulting, state and federal land management agencies and more.
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About University
The University of Idaho (U of I) is a public land-grant research university located in Moscow, Idaho. Established on January 30, 1889, and opening its doors on October 3, 1892, it was the state's sole university for 71 years until 1963
Overview
- Type: Public land-grant research university
- Enrollment (Fall 2023): Approximately 11,849 students, including 9,796 undergraduates and 1,929 graduate students
- Campus Size: 1,585 acres
- Mascot: Joe Vandal
- Athletics: Competes in NCAA Division I FCS – Big Sky Conference
Academics
U of I offers over 200 areas of study for undergraduate and graduate students . The university comprises ten colleges and schools, including:
- College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
- College of Art and Architecture
- College of Business and Economics
- College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
- College of Engineering
- College of Graduate Studies
- College of Law
- College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
- College of Natural Resources
- College of Science.
Campus and Facilities
The Moscow campus features:
- Administration Building: An iconic Collegiate Gothic-style structure with an 80-foot clock tower .
- Bruce M. Pitman Center: A hub for student services, including financial aid, admissions, and student media.
- Kibbie Dome: A multi-purpose indoor stadium for various sports and events.
- Arboretum and Botanical Garden: A 65-acre site with diverse plant species .
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