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Environmental Geoscience

Get to Know the Program

Environmental geoscience is an exciting 铿乪ld where geology meets environmental science, helping you understand how rocks, soil, and water shape landscapes and drive environmental processes. You鈥檒l develop the skills to tackle complex problems, from resource management to environmental protection and risk assessment, combining hands-on science with knowledge of policy and sustainability.

At Acadia, small classes and engaged faculty give you personalized support in labs and 铿乪ldwork using tools common in research and industry. You鈥檒l be part of a close-knit community, building a network that lasts well beyond graduation.

Environmental geoscience degrees at Acadia ful铿乴 Nova Scotia Provincial legislative requirements to apply for Professional Registration, which is recognized Canada-wide. Our graduates work with governments, academia, and industry. They ensure resources in mining, oil and gas, and hydrogeology are developed with the environment in mind, both in Canada and internationally.

Early years focus on geology, environmental science, and supporting courses in biology, chemistry, math, and physics. Later, choose electives to match your interests while pursuing a Major, Honours, Double Major, or Minor, with co-op available. We also offer 2-year research-based and MSc programs in Environmental Science, Geology, or Applied Geomatics.

Take your learning, and skills development, off campus and to the world.

Study Abroad
Study abroad is available!
Co-Op
Co-op is available!

Get Involved Outside of the Classroom

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES HANDS-ON LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

Degree Timeline

First Year
  • Take required introductory courses
  • Join clubs and get involved on campus and within the program
Middle Years
  • Take advantage of opportunities to become a teaching assistant
  • Connect with faculty about summer research opportunities
  • Option to enrol in the co-op program
Final Year
  • Choose to complete honours program
  • Choose to complete an intensive 铿乪ld course
  • Earn your degree
  • Apply for Professional Registration in Nova Scotia

Sample Courses

Explore the forces that shape our planet and learn the skills to investigate, analyze, and solve real-world environmental challenges through hands-on, field, and lab-based courses.

GEOL 1013

OUR DYNAMIC EARTH

GEOL 2133

MINERALOGY

GEOL 2083

FIELD SCHOOL

GEOL 3603

STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY

GEOL 3723

HYDROGEOLOGY

GEOL 4713

GLACIAL GEOLOGY

ENVS 3423

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

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CAREER OPTIONS AFTER GRADUATION

Environmental Geoscience graduates are equipped to solve real-world environmental and resource challenges, opening doors to a wide range of impactful careers.

  • Environmental consultant
  • Environmental geoscientist
  • Hydrogeologist
  • Geochemist
  • GIS specialist
  • Exploration geologist
  • Clean energy researcher
  • Water quality manager
  • Researcher in academia, industry, or government
  • Environmental auditor
 

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Want to know more about what's in store? You're invited to continue exploring this field of study by visiting the website of this department to get a greater insight into its culture and dynamics.

Related Programs

Environmental Geoscience is closely connected to many other disciplines that might interest you, such as:

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