Bachelor of Science - Earth Science

The Bachelor of Science - Earth Science is part of the geology department. Geology is a qualitative science that combines elements of physics, chemistry, biology and other sciences to study the Earth, the processes that make up the Earth, and the history of the planet. Student will:• Examine rocks, minerals, and sediment • Study environmental hazards • Explore elements that make up the planets and moons in the solar system • And learn much more about Earth's 4.5 billion-year history

Lakehead University’s location amidst the Canadian Shield functions as an outdoor lab and classroom. Faculty regularly holds classes outside and organizes field trips and extended field schools to take advantage of the superior environment and give students practical training that is highly valued by the industry from day one.

Lakehead University’s faculty collaborates with industry, government, and other academics with research covering the spectrum, from pure to applied science. This breadth of expertise and course content can meet the interests of any student in the program.

This program is designed to ensure that students will have the necessary courses to register as a Professional Geologist with APGO, which is required to work as a geologist in Ontario. This experience makes students highly employable post-graduation.