B.A. in Earth Science at Kent State
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| Degree Requirements,
B.A. in Earth Science at Kent State |
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| The
Bachelor of
Arts in Earth Sciences
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Earth Science is designed for students who seek more advanced knowledge of Geology than the Minor in Geology, but who have other academic interests that complement their interest in Geology. The degree is particularly useful when coupled with a minor or BA from an additional field. The B.A. in Geology can be of particular benefit to students with an interest in Education, Anthropology, Environmental Law, Architecture, Leisure Studies, Business, Political Science, Geography, Journalism and other liberal arts or science fields. Other employment opportunities include work as naturalists in parks and museums. The program requires biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics. The Geology sequence includes courses in oceanography, minerals, rocks, fossils, and landforms, whereas that in geography includes courses in meteorology, climatology, soils, and conservation. General Requirements  At least
42 semester credits must be taken in upper division courses
(30000-level
and above). At least
39
semester credits must be taken in Liberal Education Requirements
courses,
and these should be completed during the first 64 credits of enrollment. At least
121 semester credits of approved coursework must be completed
successfully. GEOL 21062 Environmental
Geology may be substituted for GEOL 21080
Oceanography with Departmental
permission. Does not requires completion of
GEOL 41092, Summer Field Camp,
although students are encouraged to attend. A 2.00
cumulative grade-point average both overall and in the major, is
necessary
to graduate.
Required Courses
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