State University Of New York At New Paltz
Bachelor of Arts in Geology
BA
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Bachelor of Arts in Geology program offers a comprehensive understanding of geological processes, earth materials, and the environmental factors affecting our planet. Students explore various sub-disciplines, including mineralogy, paleontology, and environmental geology, through hands-on learning experiences and fieldwork. This multidisciplinary approach prepares learners to tackle real-world challenges related to resource management and environmental sustainability.
Career Outcomes: Graduates of this program can pursue careers in environmental consulting, natural resource management, education, and governmental agencies focused on geology and earth sciences. Opportunities also exist in research positions and industries related to mining, construction, and environmental protection.
Were developed this program in response to popular demand from students and parents who have called for a pathway to fulfilling jobs in education and science, and to school districts who report an increasing number of full-time job openings in STEM disciplines.
Graduation from the Five-Year Master Plan empowers students with options to choose the career they find most fulfilling, whether that means becoming a science teacher, working as a chemist, or pursuing a Ph.D.