Admissions:

Undergraduates should see the UNR Admissions website for detailed information, including access to online application forms by just clicking on the link. Additional information about the admissions process into the Department of Geological Sciences may be obtained by emailing Liz Ball (ballmines.unr.edu) or Leslie Rumph (rumphmines.unr.edu), Student Coordinators within the Arentz Student Center.

Undergraduate Programs:

Geology and Related Earth Sciences

The curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science in Geology prepares students for professional careers in the Earth Sciences. By selecting specific options, students may focus their study in General Geology, Economic Geology, or Environmental Geology. All three options provide a strong background that will allow students to continue in graduate studies. Students are required to meet with their advisors for program approval and for review of academic progress at least twice each semester.

Geological Engineering

The curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering develops students' professional abilities in both engineering and the geological sciences. The program provides instruction in both geology and engineering, and

allows students to specialize during the senior year. Technical electives, which must be approved by an advisor, provide students with flexibility.Seniors are required to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (formerly Engineers-in-Training) examination. Students are required to meet with their advisors for program approval and for review of academic progress at least twice each semester

Geophysics

The curriculum leading to the bachelors degree in geophysics prepares students for careers or for graduate study in such fields as gravity, magnetic, and electrical geophysical exploration; seismic exploration; theoretical seismology; and electromagnetic remote sensing. Students must have basic skills in physics and mathematics, as well as in geology and geophysics, to make satisfactory progress in this major. Optional courses are offered for students who plan to continue into graduate studies. Students are required to meet with their advisors for program approval and for review of academic progress at least twice each semester.

Hydrogeology

The curriculum leading to the bachelors degree in hydrogeology serves three objectives: 1) to provide a sound foundation of physical, chemical, geological, and quantitative sciences as a basis for understanding the hydrologic cycle and managing water resources; 2) to prepare students for entry-level professional employment in firms and agencies involved in hydrologic, hydrogeologic, and environmental concerns and issues; 3) to prepare students for graduate study in fields related to hydrologic sciences. Students must have basic skills in math, chemistry, and physics, as well as in geology and geologiocal engineering. Optional courses are offered for students who plan to continue into graduate studies. The graduate program is highly respected and nationally ranked in the top 10. For information, see the graduate program website. Students are required to meet with their advisors for program approval and for review of academic progress at least twice each semester.