Bachelor of Science in Geology is a 3 year under graduate program that focuses on the study of the basic aspects in the field of Geology. Aspirants who  earn this degree can look for  a good career in the field of Geology and its related areas.

Advantages or Benefits of Bachelor of Science in Geology

Bachelor of Science in Geology graduates are of great demand in various areas in the field of Geology. By doing higher studies in this field, one can improve their career prospects. Very good remuneration will be offered to  the aspirants in the field of Geology.

A lot of developments happen in this field because of constant research and that will increase the demand of these graduates.

Eligibility Criteria for Bachelor of Science in Geology

• The aspirants who wish to do this degree need to pass the higher secondary level exam with average marks.
• The qualification must be obtained from any recognized Institution
• 17 years is the minimum age requirement to apply for this course.

Application Procedure of Bachelor of Science in Geology

The application procedure for various Colleges and Universities will be different. The exact details regarding the admission process can be obtained from the concerned Institution’s website. The fees structure will also vary with the category of the applicants. Certain Institutions will also consider the score secured in the entrance test for admission. In such cases, they will publish a rank list based on the marks obtained in the entrance test.

Higher Studies after Bachelor of Science in Geology

• Master of Philosophy in Applied Geology
• Master of Philosophy in Geology
• Master of Science in Geology
• Master of Science in Applied Geology
• Master of Science in Geological Sciences
• Master of Science in Earth Science & Resource Management
• Master of Science in Petroleum Geology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Geological Sciences
• Doctor of Philosophy in Geology

Colleges offering Bachelor of Science in Geology

• Hans Raj College
• Hindu College
• Jagannath Barooah College
• Khallikota (Autonomous) College
• MES Ponnani College
• National College
• Pragjyotish College
• Presidency College
• Ram Lal Anand College
• S.Kula Women’s College
• S.N. College
• Sibsagar College
• Sree Narayana College
• St. Xaviers College
• Stewart Science College
• Thiru Govindasamy Government Arts College

Course Curriculum of Bachelor of Science in Geology

Semester 1

• Communicative Skills in English
• Critical Reasoning, Writing and Presentation
• Communication Skills in Other Languages
• Perspectives & Methods in Science and Earth Processes
• Field Geology
• Chemistry course
• Chemistry Practical 1
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS course 1
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS Practical 1

Semester 2

• Reading Literature in English
• Readings on Indian Constitution, Secularism and Sustainable Environment
• Translation and Communication in Other Languages
• Dynamic Geology and Geoinformatics
• Geoinformatics
• Chemistry course 2
• Chemistry Practical 2
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS course 2
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS Practical 2

Semester 3

• Literature and Contemporary Issues
• Literature in Other Languages
• Crystallography
• Crystallography
• Chemistry course 3
• Chemistry Practical 3
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS course 3
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS Practical 3

Semester 4

• History and Philosophy of Science
• Culture and Civilization
• Mineralogy
• Crystallography & Mineralogy
• Chemistry course 4
• Chemistry Practical 4
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS course 4
• Physics/Statistics/Remote sensing & GIS Practical 4

Semester 5

• Stratigraphy & Indian Geology
• Paleontology
• Structural Geology& Geotectonic
• Paleontology
• Structural Geology
• Gemology
• Ground water Exploration & Management
• Under standing the Earth
• Nanotechnology
• Project work/Study Tour

Semester 6

• Economic Geology
• Igneous Petrology
• Sedimentary & Metamorphic Petrology
• Petrology & Paleontology
• Economic Geology & Structural Geology
• Disaster management
• Geo exploration
• Geo technical Engineering
• Environmental Geology
• Project work/Study Tour

Text Books on Bachelor of Science in Geology

• Principles of Physical Geology by Arthur Holmes
• Physical Geology by Don Leet, & Sheldon Judson
• Physical Geology by Gorshkov,G & A.Yakushova
• Physics and Geology by Jacobs,J.A R.D.Russel, and J.T.Wilson
• An Introduction to Physical Geology by Miller
• Basic concepts of physical Geology by Spencer
• Principles of Invertebrate Paleontology by Robert R.Shrock and William H., Twenhofel
• Invertebrate Fossils by R.C.Moore, C.G., Lalicker and A.G. Fisher
• Introduction to Marine Micropaleontology by B.U.Haq and A.Boerma
• Elements of Micropaleontology by G.Bigot
• Outlines of Paleontology by H.H.Swinerton
• Principles of Palaeoecology by Derek V.Ager
• Vertebrate Paleontology by Derek V.Ager
• Vertebrate Paleontology by John Wiley
• Ecology and Distribution of Recent, Foraminifera by F.B.Phleger
• Structure and Tectonics by Badgley
• Allied Physics by R. Murugesan S. Chand
• Allied Physics by Dr. K. Thangaraj, Dr. D. Jayaraman
• Allied Physics by Prof. Dhanalakshmi
• Elements of Properties of Matter by D.S Mathur
• Heat and Thermodynamics by N. Brijlal and Subramaniam S
• A text book of Sound by M. Narayanamoorthy
• Modern Physics by R.Murugesan S
• Electronic Principles and applications by A. B. Bhattacharya
• Introduction to Solid state Physics by C. Kittel
• Renewable & sustainable energy sources by Agarwal
• Economic mineral deposits by Alan M.Bateman
• Industrial minerals and Rocks of India by S.Deb
• Ore deposits of India by K.V.G.K.Gkhale and T.G. Rao
• Mineral Resources by S.Krishnaswamy
• India’s Mineral Wealth by J.Coggin Brown & A.K.Dey
• Remote Sensing and Geographic Information systems by Anji Ready.M
• Mineral deposits by W.Lindgren
• Environmental Modeling with GIS by Goodchild,M.F. Parks
• Visualization in Geographical information systems by Hearnshaw, H.M. Unwin
• Fundamentals of Spatial Information Systems by Laurini,R. Thompson
• Beginner’s Guide to Gemology by P.G. Read
• Practical Gemology by R.Webstar
• Gem Testing by S.W.Anderson
• Gemstones of the World by W.Schumann
• Practical Gem cutting by David & Charles

Job and Career after Bachelor of Science in Geology

Job Types

• Geologists
• Meteorologists
• Geographers
• Oceanographers

Employment Areas

• Petrology
• Paleontology
• Research
• Field Study
• Geophysics
• Mining
• Environmental Education

Top firms that recruit Bachelor of Science in Geology graduates include:

• GSPC
• National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI)
• Central Ground Water Board (CGWB)
• National Institute of Oceanography (NIO)
• NMDC
• Cairn India Limited
• Institute of Himalayan Geology
• Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
• Oil India Limited (OIL)
• Coal India Limited
• Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)
• Geological Survey of India (GSI)
• Reliance Industries Limited (RIL)

Remuneration after Bachelor of Science in Geology

Bachelor of Science in Geology graduates can earn in the range of Rs.15000/- to Rs.30000/- per month in Public sector units. These graduates can get salary packages of around Rs.40000/- per month in Private sector. Organizations in foreign countries will offer them a remuneration of up to Rs.100000/- per month and for more experienced candidates it would be more.