Overview
The Bachelors of Arts in Earth Sciences at Florida International University provides Earth Science background for those who intend to enter non-science fields, such as public administration, law, and especially teaching.
Knowledge of Earth Sciences is essential for understanding problems of climate change, groundwater supply, weather and environmental hazards, geotechnical engineering, and natural resource management. Students have the opportunity to work in well-equipped Earth Science laboratories and to learn the major techniques used in the Earth Sciences, including meteorology, hydrogeology, oceanography and geology.
Careers
- Geologist
- Hydrologist
- Atmospheric scientist
- Meteorologist
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Environmental Geology and Environmental Geology Lab
- General Chemistry
- Physics with Calculus
- Geological Map Analysis
- Introduction to Hydrogeology
- Stratigraphy & Stratigraphy Lab
- Earth Materials
- Synoptic Meteorology
- Oceanography
- Senior Seminar in Earth and Environmental Science
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Geology Climate Studies & Meteorology View 139 other Bachelors in Climate Studies & Meteorology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Take the SAT or ACT
- Apply for Financial Aid
- Start your Application
- Submit Transcript(s)
- Submit Exam Scores
- Submit Residency Documentation
Tuition Fee
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International
18566 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9283 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
18566 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9283 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
6168 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3084 USD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for West Miami
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.