Studying Earth Sciences at Laurentian University opens a world of possibilities.
In this program, students gain knowledge and hands-on experience to prepare them for many careers in geoscience. Geoscientists identify, locate, research, understand, and develop natural resources, including minerals, metals, energy sources, fertile soil, and water, to advance civilization.
Students take courses in geology, mineralogy, petrology, and more. They receive over 700 hours of hands-on experience using high-tech microscopes and other specialized equipment in laboratories and field schools. They also have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the summer with various organizations in the mining industry, government agencies, and research centers, thanks to the program's location in one of the world’s largest and best-known mining districts.
Additionally, students benefit from living and learning in Sudbury, Ontario, a global mining and exploration hub recognized for its success in environmental rehabilitation over the past 50 years.
Upon graduation, students will meet the knowledge requirements to become a professional geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) or any other regulatory body in Canada.
Students can also continue their studies in the Master of Geology program to pursue specialized careers and research opportunities in geoscience, including geology, paleontology, mineralogy, and more.
