The earth science composite teaching major prepares students to teach earth science in secondary schools. Coursework integrates geology, biology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, and physics in the study of our natural surroundings.
From climate change to clean water to sustainable energy sources, today’s biggest challenges demand experts who understand Earth’s systems and how humans interact with them. The Environmental Geoscience major at Utah State University gives you the science...
Geology is the part of broader Earth Science that examines the solid Earth, its composition, history, structure, and how it interacts with the hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere.In this study of how Earth works, geoscientists integrate knowledge of bio...
Hydrogeology is the subdiscipline within geology that deals with the distribution and movement of groundwater in the soil and rocks of the earth’s crust. Students in the specialization take engineering courses in addition to their geology coursework as th...
The Geology Professional emphasis builds upon the core geology curriculum with courses tailored for learning the scientific, hands-on, and professional skills necessary in the modern workforce.
Study the physical, chemical, and biological processes associated with managing and restoring rivers, streams, and lakes in a department that is nationally ranked for its research as you gain hands-on experience in the field.
To be proficient in paleontology, students need a core understanding of Earth history, as well as sedimentation and stratigraphy. The series of elective courses provides the possibility of studying a broad range of specific topics relevant to paleontology...
We are excited to offer the River Studies and Leadership Certificate (RSLC) in partnership with the River Management Society. The River Studies and Leadership Certificate requirements include the completion of river-focused coursework and a river-related ...
A minor in Geology is available to allow students to learn some of the important principles and concepts of geology without having to earn a bachelor’s in it.
Explore the social, economic, and ecological issues surrounding watershed science—including in western environments—in this minor to boost a variety of careers, from research and policy to agriculture and natural resources.
This degree is for students interested in knowing core geoscience principles while also having a multidisciplinary degree for careers in wide variety of fields. This terminal degree program requires a combination of advanced courses selected from geoscien...
The Ecology Center at USU has had a string of directors known nationally and worldwide as premier scientists in the field of ecology, and students graduating with a degree in ecology are able to make contacts with influential faculty that can help them as...
The Department of Geosciences is one of the oldest departments at Utah State. It fosters a friendly environment where students are able to interact with faculty and receive specialized attention and opportunities for research.
Integrate physics, chemistry, and biology to understand watershed systems with hands-on field work and a plan of study based on your individual research interests
We are excited to introduce a new Graduate Certificate in Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration. The purpose of the certificate is to provide training for graduate students wishing to gain depth in techniques and principles for restoration of riverine habitats a...
Utah State University’s online Geographic Information Science (GIS) certificate is designed for graduate students or professionals wanting skills and experience applying industry standard GIS and remote sensing tools to natural resource issues.
