| School: | Vancouver Island University |
| Faculty: | Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Degree: | Bachelor |
| Field of Study: | Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
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| Description: | The Minor in Earth Science is designed to provide foundational knowledge about the Earth's materials, processes, resources and history. Earth Science is a multidisciplinary field in which the principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology are applied to understand how the Earth works. Earth Science literacy is of critical importance in understanding and solving challenges facing us regarding energy and resource availability and environmental sustainability.
The Minor in Earth Science is designed to be taken as part of a Double Minor or as a Major and Minor combination for a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts. The program provides a solid foundation in the physical sciences and the flexibility to create individualized programs of study. |
| URL: | Earth Science at Vancouver Island University |
| Length: | 4 Year(s) |
| Cost per year:* |
Approximate cost for books and supplies for one year: $1,500.00 |
| Careers: | Managers in Natural Resources Production and FishingGeologistsPaleontologists | |