Geological Sciences
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School of Earth, Energy, and Environmental Sciences
Conduct research and think critically about questions involving the Earth
What You'll Study
The purpose of the undergraduate program in Geological Sciences is to provide students with (1) a broad background in the fundamentals of the Earth sciences and (2) the quantitative, analytical, and communications skills necessary to conduct research and think critically about questions involving the Earth. The major provides excellent preparation for graduate school and careers in geological and environmental consulting, land use and planning, law, teaching, and other professions in which an understanding of the Earth and a background in science are important.
Degrees Offered
- BS
- Minor
- Honors
- Coterm
More Information
- Geological Sciences
- School of Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences
- Learn more about Geological Sciences in the Stanford Bulletin
- See IntroSems Related to this Major
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Honors Program in Geological Sciences