Earth Sciences
Whether you investigate the formation of economic mineral deposits, the impacts of drought on the environment, or the sources of catastrophic earthquakes, you will use a strong and broad science foundation. Our multidisciplinary programs, emphasizing Environmental Geoscience and Geology, will give you the knowledge and professional skills to tackle any number of critically important issues.
Discover what sets Earth Sciences apart
- Program setup for Professional registration (P.Geo) with Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia
- Large demand for professional geoscientists in industry (resources and environment) and government
- Learn technical, analytical and field skills to address a broad range of challenges to society
Gain experience working in the field
“In field schools EASC 206, 306, and 308 we practiced core logging, mapping techniques and learning about how various rock groups and formations in British Columbia came into existence. These classes gave me the liberty of seeing what it is like working in the field as well as taking what we learned in class and applying it to real-world situations.”
Eden Lien, Earth Science Major
PROGRAMS
Majors (including honours)
Earth Sciences
- Earth Sciences
- Geology stream
- Environmental Geoscience stream
Joint Major (INCLUDING HONOURS)
Earth Sciences
- Earth Sciences and Chemistry
- Geology stream
- Environmental Geoscience stream
Minor
Earth Sciences
- Earth Sciences
DISCOVER YOUR CAREER POSSIBILITIES
A science major opens the door to a wide range of career possibilities, from research and academia to roles in a wide range of industries and specializations. Discover where your studies in Earth Sciences can take you.
CAREER PATHWAYS
- Environmental Consultant
- Geochemist
- Geologist
- Government Scientist
CO-OP EMPLOYERS
- BGC Engineering
- British Columbia Securities Commission
- Corescan Ltd.
- Douglas College
- Equity
- Environmental Dynamics Inc
- GNS Science
- Greenfields Exploration
- Natural Resources CanadaTeck