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Training in the School of Earth Sciences

In the School of Earth Sciences, you'll build practical, career-ready skills across the Earth sciences: 

  • Mineralogy
  • Petrology
  • Stratigraphy/Tectonics
  • Geophysics
  • Field methods
  • GIS

Courses to consider

  • Mineralogy
  • Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology
  • Sed/Strat
  • Field Methods
  • Applied Geophysics

Hands‑on experiences

  • Orton collections projects
  • Core lab experience
  • Summer mapping internships
  • Industry guest lectures

FAQs

Is travel required?

Early‑career roles may include field rotations; many lab/GIS roles are campus or city‑based.

Environmental impacts?

Students learn geochemistry and regulatory context to support responsible practices.