Geology

Fancy yourself a modern day Indiana Jones on a dig in an exotic location? Geology can set you up for a career in archaeology. Or perhaps you prefer to set aside your weathered fedora for a career in the classroom? Use geology to follow the fictitious Dr. Jones’ day job as a teacher of geology, archaeology or anthropology. Geology is also a sought-after prerequisite for the engineering fields, specifically the environmental and civil streams.

The study of the physical material of the Earth dates back to at least Ancient Greece where famed philosopher and polymath, Aristotle accurately observed the slow rate of physical change of the earth’s surface, too slow in fact for one person to notice in a lifetime. That might not sound like much of a discovery, but well over 2000 years ago, it was probably quite a big deal. In the modern world, geology is literally at the precipice of change.

Studying geology abroad gives you a unique and well-rounded educational experience, combining academic learning with cultural immersion, personal growth, and exposure to different scientific practices from around the world. It can significantly enrich your understanding of the field and strengthen your resume for your future career.

World Endeavors offers scholarships. You can usually also apply your financial aid and even some of your home university scholarships to your study abroad program, though you will need to verify this with your home university. Additionally, we encourage you to explore external scholarship opportunities specific to students of geology studying abroad.

Studying geology abroad provides you with a global perspective in the earth sciences, exposure to different scientific practices and valuable networking connections, all of which can benefit your future career. You will gain a diverse network of new colleagues and friends, which will expand your view and understanding of planet Earth, far below and far beyond.