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Students who have interest in earth science but at he same time do not necessarily desire to pursue their under graduation or career in typical geological sciences find B.A. in geology appropriate.
The subject of geology elucidates composition, activities and the history of the Earth and also the members of our solar system. The focus of geologists on the Earth is interactions which take place in the solid earth along with its constituents. The study of the history is done in context to know about the future changes. At the same time, geologists also look at the effects of society’s actions on the environment comprising under ground water pollution as well as surface water along with the evolvement of flora and fauna.
Eligibility Criteria for Admission to B.A. Geology
You are required to pass 10+2 examination from an affiliated board or educational institution. Bachelor of Arts in Geology is offered by both government and private educational institutes.
As far as the admission procedure to the subject is concerned it varies in different institutes. You might be asked to appear for an entrance exam or a particular percentage criterion before you get admission to the course.
Duration of the Course
3 years
Colleges offering B.A. Geology
- Hans Raj College (New Delhi)
- St. Xavier’s College (Mumbai)
- Indian Institute of Technology (Mumbai)
- Fergusson College (Pune)
- Pune University (Pune)
- Sahibganj College (Jharkhand)
- Khenmundi College (Orissa)
- Presidency College (West Bengal)
- M.E.S. Ponnani College (Kerala)
Job Prospects
You can pursue your higher degree after completing the course. You can opt for M.A. Geology to M.Phil or a doctorate degree. Simultaneously, you have a good scope of getting a good job after the completion of B.A. geology course. You can get job in both government and private sector. Since both of these sectors conduct research and survey work, they are always in a constant need of well-educated as well as trained geology students who can offer them quality service.
You can make best use of your expertise in charting natural gas or oil fields. You can also get the job of advisor to a mining company or get the designation of environmental engineer. Research job of geological events can also be done by being a part of a research center.
As far as remuneration in the field is concerned, it varies from job to job due to the numerous job options available in the field. It is also evident that gas and oil companies are in constant search of new sources and for that they highly need the aid of geologists and these companies can easily afford to pay handsome salaries. So, grabbing a job particularly in these sectors is better compared to other industry. It is noteworthy that you are sure of getting good salary package after completing your degree course in geology no matter which section of this vast subject you choose as your career option. You have job opportunities not only in the country but abroad also.
