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Program Requirements
The following files describe in detail the requirements for this program. They are portable document format (PDF) files that can be viewed and printed with free Adobe Acrobat Reader software. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer, you may download it here (from adobe.com).
When planning your coursework, use the Student Planning Worksheet. Degree information and the worksheet can be found on the following files
Continuing Your Education
and Pursuing an Earth Science Career
Earth scientists are employed in many different
areas. Some typical occupations are geologist,
petroleum geologist, geophysicist, meteorologist,
hydrologist and astronomer. For help with finding a career in the Earth Sciences, click here!
Federal projections indicate employment growth
in the geological sciences will be as fast as the
national average. Entry-level job opportunities may
grow even faster as the employed population retires
over the next decade. Federal spending will
stimulate the greatest job growth in the areas of
hazards, resources, environment, and information
and data
In almost all areas of earth science, a bachelor's
degree is a minimum requirement. A graduate
degree is often preferred. Most earth science degree
programs require one year of calculus. Future earth
scientists will need enhanced quantitative skills,
in computer literacy, and a solid arounding in the
basic sciences such as physics and chemistry. Here is a list of four year programs in Earth Science and Astronomy Science.
Students of the earth sciences should be able to
effectively communicate orally and in writing, and
possess a deep appreciation of business economics.
Anyone can benefit from a study of the earth
sciences, even if a job in the profession is not the
goal. College of DuPage provides opportunities for
students from the introductory to pre-professional
levels. Relevant courses are available in introductory
earth science, geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.