Arlington,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Geology - Professional Option in Houston United States | University of Texas at Arlington
University of Texas at Arlington
|
Houston United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,494
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The 120-credit degree programs offer multiple pathways with distinct course structures. These pathways cater to students pursuing careers as professional geologists, collaborating with engineering firms on environmental and construction challenges, addressing ecological issues involving water, air, soil, and rock formations, utilizing GIS technology for spatial analysis, or obtaining science teaching credentials. The curriculum equips graduates with expertise for careers in natural resource discovery, management, and preservation, water resource development, environmental engineering and urban planning, and geological mapping. Students will also cultivate versatile abilities applicable across industries, including analytical thinking, research methodologies, information processing, and effective communication through reports and presentations.
This program targets aspiring geologists and those preparing for advanced academic study. The comprehensive curriculum provides exposure to diverse geological specializations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
Students must have completed official secondary school transcripts, diplomas, certificates and/or national test examination scores as appropriate for the educational systems in their country. In order to be considered for freshman admission students must have completed secondary school studies equivalent to that of United States high school graduation.
Official SAT I or ACT scores are required for entering freshmen with less than 24 semester hours of university level course work (equivalent to one year of full time study).
The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL is 79 on the Internet-based test, 550 on the paper-based test and 213 on the computer-based test. The IELTS can be substituted for TOEFL scores. The minimum acceptable overall score of 6.5 is required for admission. 
 
Tuition
USD
27,494