BA in Geology
Northfield, USA
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LANGUAGES
English
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The BA in Geology offers an exploration of Earth's processes, materials, and history. Students engage in fieldwork and laboratory experience, building a strong foundation in geosciences. Coursework emphasizes practical skills and critical thinking to understand geological phenomena.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as geologists, environmental consultants, or educators. Other opportunities include roles in natural resource management, geological survey agencies, and research institutions. A background in geology opens pathways in both public and private sectors related to Earth sciences.
Introduction
Students who discover in themselves a sense of excitement about the environment, mountains, climate change, volcanoes, fossils, rivers, and earthquakes will find a good home in the Carleton College Geology Department.
The geology department retains a spirit of exploration and adventure; fieldwork in the out of doors is central to our curriculum. The geology curriculum is flexible, rigorous, and rooted in the traditions of a liberal arts education.