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Hello friends, I would like to know about the course structure of PhD(Geology) which is available in Delhi University. I am planning to do this PhD in this university. Please tell me about the structure of this course. Thank you!

PhD in Geology is a 3 year course at Delhi University. Geology is the study of the Earth and is about Earth materials, how materials are made and processes that affect them over time.

The detailed syllabus of this course is below:-

Review of Literature

Systematic review of literature to understand Regional & Local Geology
Geomorphology
Stratigraphy
Structural and Tectonic Setting
Mineral Deposit and Hydrogeology

Geological Surveying

Nature and Scope
Important Field Equipment
Toposheets
Geological Mapping Methods
Base Map
Collection of Geological and Structural Data

Remote Sensing

Application of Remote Sensing Techniques in Geological Studies

tSampling

Purposes and Types of Samples
Techniques of Sampling
Sampling Patterns
Preparation of Samples for further studies

Microscopy

Preparation and Studies of Thin sections and Polished sections
Types of Microscopes and their Applications in Geology

Geochemical Analysis

Geochemical Techniques and Instruments for Analyses of Rocks
Soils and Water Samples

Geo-Scientific writing - Pre-Writing Stage

Scientific paper
Technical Report
Illustrations(Maps, Line Diagrams, Graphs, Photographs)

Writing Stage

Qualities of Scientific paper
Aids to Writing
Writing Practices

Post Writing Stage

Oral and poster Presentation
Modes of Preparation and use of various kinds of Oral Aids
Poster Presentation

Course structure of PhD in Geology in Delhi University:

The detailed information about the course structure of PhD in Geology in Delhi University is given below.

Name of the College - Delhi University

Name of the Course - PhD in Geology

Paper I:-

>> Research Methods

Course II:-

>> Course related to topic of dissertation

@ You are expected to submit written assignments under the guidance of concerned supervisor(s). This course will be aiming to give the students comprehensive knowledge of the literature in the subject and the further problems to resolve.

Ph. No: 27667073

>> I would suggest you to go through the link below for getting more detailed information.

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B.Sc. (Hons.) Geology: Syllabus and Course Description

The three years of study is divided into six semesters and each semester has compulsory courses. The subjects of study as prescribed by various universities are as follows:--

SEMESTER – I SEMESTER - II

Elementary Physical and Structural Geology Elements of Mineralogy and Crystallography

Practical connected with GLB101(inclusive of Geological Field Training)

Practical connected with GLB201 (inclusive of Geological Field Training)


SEMESTER – III SEMESTER – IV


Petrology and Economic Geology Paleontology and Stratigraphy
Practical connected with GLB301(inclusive of Geological Field Training) Practical connected with GLB401(inclusive of Geological Field Training)
SEMESTER - V SEMESTER – VI
Physical and Structural Geology Paleontology
Igneous Petrology, Mineralogy and Crystallography Stratigraphy
Sedimentary and Metamorphic Petrology Hydrogeology, Environmental Geology, Exploration Geology and Computer
- Application
- Economic Geology
- Geological Field Study