Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences

University of Waterloo

Learn about the fascinating and complex world under your feet by exploring topics such as geology, geophysics, and hydrogeology. In its four billion year old history, the Earth has changed sometimes slowly (such as mountain building) and sometimes with violent and sudden transformations that can be devastating (such as an earthquake). In Earth Sciences, you'll learn about rocks, sediment, and soil and the effects of climate change. We depend upon resources that come from the Earth, such as minerals for our phones, energy to heat our homes, and the water we drink. Who finds these hidden and valuable resources. A geoscientist Dig deep with your choice of specialization: Geology, Geophysics, or Hydrogeology. And if you're up for it, apply your knowledge through the many paid work experiences co op offers. When you graduate, you’ll be eligible to be licensed as an Ontario Professional Geoscientist and be ready to develop meaningful environmental protection plans, predict natural disasters, advance health standards for water, and more.

Faculty of Science