Williamsburg,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Geology explores our planet through both laboratory and fieldwork, representing a dynamic and expanding scientific discipline. The Department of Geology takes a comprehensive view of earth science, examining the planet's core, crust, and atmospheric systems. Coursework encompasses diverse subjects like climate shifts, aquifer systems, ocean geology, volcanic activity, ecological geology, mineral formations, seismic events, paleontology, and numerous other areas. This provides students with a robust, well-rounded foundation in contemporary earth sciences while allowing room to pursue specialized interests.