Master of Science in Applied Geology is a post graduate course in Earth Science. The duration of the course is 2 years. The 2 year course is further divided in to 4 consecutive semesters. The main objective of the course study is to educate students with the application areas of geo science. The physical and chemical reactions taking place in the rocky part of earth surface are covered under the course study. The course study also covers details regarding the minerals found on the earth surface and also the hydrological aspects related to earth. Those who have completed the course will gain adequate scientific as well as research skills to carry out study on the composition, structure and historical factors related to earth surface.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Science in Applied Geology

Master of Science in Applied Geology has wide scope with respect to higher education and with career prospects. The course study sharpens the scientific knowledge of the individual on various processes and phenomenon taking place on earth surface.  Those who wish to continue their education can go with M. Phil or PhD programs in any of the subjects related to earth science. The course study helps the candidate to get in to a promising career in organizations dealing with related areas of geology.

Eligibility required for Master of Science in Applied Geology

The candidates who have passed B. Sc in Geology or any other related subjects are eligible to undergo the post graduate course in Applied Geology. The candidate should also have studied any two subjects among Physics / Chemistry / Maths / Botany / Zoology / Environmental Science during the qualifying course study. The qualification must be obtained from a reputed institution with minimum 50% marks. Moreover the candidate has to attend and pass the admission test carried out by the University or institution that offers the course.

Entrance Exam for Master of Science in Applied Geology

• Cochin University of Science and Technology - Common Admission Test
• Osmania University Postgraduate Common Entrance Test
• Banaras Hindu University Postgraduate course entrance exam (MMUS)
• Andhra University Region Post Graduate Common Entrance Test State level PG Entrance Examination

Application Procedure of Master of Science in Applied Geology

The candidate should visit the official website of the institution or University to collect details regarding admission process. The notification of the admission includes details on the methods to collect the application form and the application process. First of all the candidate has to collect application form for the entrance exam. Once the application form is obtained it must be filled correctly and submitted to the destination before closing date. The candidate has to apply for the course by including the score obtained in the entrance test. The candidates are shortlisted on the basis of the marks obtained in the entrance exam.

Colleges offering Master of Science in Applied Geology

• Allahabad University
• Andhra University
• Anna University Chennai
• Bangalore University
• Barkatullah University
• Bengal Engineering and Science University
• Bharatidarshan University
• Calicut University
• Dibrugarh University
• Indian Institute of Technology - IIT Kharagpur
• Jadavpur University
• Karnatak University
• Kurukshetra University
• Mysore University
• North Malabar University
• Periyar University
• Pondicherry University
• Solapur University
• University of Kashmir
• University of Madurai
• Vikram University

Course Curriculum of Master of Science in Applied Geology

Semester-I

• Structural Geology
• Geodynamics
• Geochemistry & Isotope Geology
• Mineralogy & Mineralogical Techniques
• Igneous Petrology & Volcano logy
• Metamorphic Processes
• Field Geology

Semester-II

• Paleontology & Applied Micropaleontology
• Statigraphy
• Sedimentology & Basin Analysis
• Mineral Deposits & Resource Management
• Earth Science Colloquium
• Geomathematics & Geostatistics

Optional subjects

• Geophysics
• Paleoclimatology
• Sequence Stratigraphy

Semester-III

• Environmental Geology & Human health
• Hydrology & Water Management
• Remote Sensing, GIS, GPS
• Geotechnical Engineering

Semester – IV

• Mineral Exploration
• Industrial & Mining Geology
• Objective Assessment in Applied Geology

Optional Courses

• Energy resources
• Marine Geosciences
• Statistics & Data Analysis in Geology
• Igneous activity & Crustal Evolution

Text Books on Master of Science in Applied Geology

• Coastal Geomorphology of India by Ahamed, E
• Geomorphology by Bloom
• Plate tectonics and geomagnetic reversals by A.Cox
• Geologic Time by Eicher.L.D
• The solid Earth; An introduction to global geophysics by C. M. R. Fowler
• Applied geochronology by E.I.Hamilton
• Geomorphology-Pure and applied by Hart M.G
• Principles of Physical Geology by A. Holmes
• Physics and Geology by Jacobs,J.A., Russel, R.D, and Wilson J.T
• Beaches and Coasts by C.A.M. King
• Fluvial processes in Geomorphology Leopold by L. Wolmen C and Miller J.P
• An introduction to coastal geomorphology by Pethick J
• Fundamentals of Geomorphology by Rice,R. J
• Drainage Basin morphology by Schumm S .A
• Indian geomorphology by Shartna H. S
• Principles of Geomorphology by Thombury W.D
• The evolving continents by Windley B.F
• Structural Geology by Billings.M.P
• Elements of Structural Geology by Hills.E.S
• An outline of Structural Geology by Hobbs B.E, Means W.D and William P.F
• Introduction to Geological Maps and Structures by John I Roberts
• The mapping of geological structures by Ken MeClay
• Stereoscopic projection in Structural Geology by Philips
• Structural Geology by Ragan T.M
• Structural Geology by Robert, J. Twiss and Eldridge, M. Moors
• Introduction to the structure of the Earth by Spencer E. P
• Structural Analysis of Metamorphic Tectonics by Turner by F.J and Weiss L.E
• Structural Geology of folded rocks by Whitten E.H.T

Job and Career after Master of Science in Applied Geology

Master of Science in Applied Geology offers lot of career opportunities both in public as well as private sector enterprises. One can find opportunities in reputed firms such as Geological Survey of India (GSI), Central Ground Water Board, etc. operating under government. Cartography, tourism and travel industry etc are other areas where geology graduates are preferred. These candidates are also recruited in geographic information system and in urban and town planning.

Job profiles

• Researcher
• Teacher
• Seismologist
• Meteorologist
• Oceanographer
• Geological Advisor
• Development Geologist
• Onshore Well-site Geologist
• Technical Sales Manager
• Geological Tunnel Design Manager
• Small Hydro Power Business Leader
• Completions Technologist
• Head of Wind Resource Assessment
• Processing Geophysicist

Employment Areas

• Environmental Consulting Companies
• Laboratories
• Educational Institutes
• Research Agencies
• Construction Companies
• Geological Surveys
• Meteorological Departments

Remuneration after Master of Science in Applied Geology

The remuneration packages offered for candidates working in geological field are comparatively high. At the initial stage the salary package offered may fall with in Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 15000/- per month. This may gradually increase to the level of Rs. 20000/- to Rs. 30,000/- per month by gaining years of experience. This also depends on the organization and the nature of the job.