B.S. Geology
The B.S. in Geology offers a flexible program that prepares students for admission
to graduate programs in the geosciences, and for entry-level positions in engineering,
geophysical and geological firms; in engineering, hazardous materials, regulatory,
or ecological firms; in computer mapping firms; and in local, regional, and state
government agencies.
The following is a general outline of the course requirements for the B.S. in Geology degree. This list is tentative and is subject to change. To confirm degree requirements or to ask specific questions, please contact the department's Undergraduate Advisor.
University Course Requirements |
Units |
General Education Requirements- Includes "Core GE" (lower division) and "SJSU Studies" (upper division) | 35 |
|
21 |
|
9 |
Of the 35 units required by the university, 18 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult undergraduate advisor for details. |
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See catalog.sjsu.edu for a listing of General Education courses. | |
American Institutions Courses | 6 |
Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes. | |
See catalog.sjsu.edu for a listing of American Institutions courses. | |
Physical Education | 2 |
See catalog.sjsu.edu for a listing of Physical Education courses. |
Major-Specific Course Requirements |
Units |
Preparation for the Major | 21 |
|
10 |
|
3 |
Complete one sequence:
|
8 |
Requirements of the Major |
|
Core (Required) Courses |
30-32
|
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
1 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
4 |
|
3 |
|
4 |
|
2 |
|
4 |
OR | |
|
2 |
Elective Courses- Complete 20 - 22 units from the following: |
20-24 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
1-3 |
|
4 |
University Electives | 12-14 |
Recommended | |
|
3 |
Total Units Required |
120 |