Overview

These studies have applications in the discovery and use of mineral resources, fuels, and water; in protection of the environment; and in planning for natural limitations (earthquakes, landslides, resources, etc.) on societal development. The Geological Sciences BA/BSc program is offered at University of Kentucky.

Careers

Grow Your Future

The median pay for geoscientists in the US in 2012 was $90,890. Jobs in geoscience are expected to grow at the rate of 16% through 2022. (Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics) Jobs in the geosciences accepted by students with bachelor’s degrees include those in Oil & Gas (36%), Environmental Services (21%), Mining (11%), Government (11%), and K-12 Education (4%).(Source: Status of Recent Geoscience Graduates, 2013. American Geosciences Institute).

Career opportunities in Geological Sciences:

petroleum geologist
hydrogeologist
engineering geologist
environmental geologist
geophysicist
economic geologist
geomorphologist
paleoclimatologist
volcanologist
seismologist
geochemist
glaciologist
mineralogist
sedimentologist
cartographer
paleontologist
petrologist
stratigrapher
planetary geologist
land-use technician
surveyor
government
consulting firms
museums

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geology

Regional Historical Geology

Minerology

Structural Geology

Sedimentary Geology

Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete UK International Application for Undergraduate Admission or Common Application
$60 Application processing fee (non-refundable)
Official transcripts in English
English proficiency
Optional tests: ACT / SAT (M+CR) Scores: ACT school code: 1554 | SAT school code - 1837. Required for engineering programs and scholarships

Tuition Fee

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International

34140 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34140 USD per year during 48 months.
National

34140 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34140 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13502 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13502 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Lexington-Fayette

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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