About the course

The mission of the Geology Program is to provide integrated and process-oriented curricula, based on fundamental scientific principles and processes that enable graduates to pursue challenging careers and maintain lifelong learning. The Geology Program is designed to serve students majoring in geology and environmental science as well as students in other fields who are interested in adding to their knowledge of the Earth. Members of the geoscience faculty provide majors with a broad overview of geologic processes while offering the opportunity to pursue specialized knowledge in selected areas of geoscience in preparation for graduate study and careers in government, industry, or academia. Students will show competence in scientific inquiry, writing, and oral presentation, demonstrate a broad understanding of major concepts central to the geological sciences, demonstrate competency and be able to apply field and laboratory methods, perform data analysis, and utilize computer applications relevant to the geological sciences, be employable in geology-related fields, or able to continue their education in graduate programs, be able to evaluate and critically discuss issues related to geology that impact society.

　　The Geochemistry track focuses on the relationships between aqueous solutions, equilibrium thermodynamics and kinetics, acid-base equilibria, redox reactions, carbon chemistry, organic compounds, biogeochemical cycles, microbial influences and geological processes. These relationships are applied to understand the complex interactions among the atmospheric, continental and marine environments. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Corpus Christi
Summer (June), 2024	Corpus Christi
Fall (August), 2024	Corpus Christi
Spring (January), 2025	Corpus Christi
Summer (June), 2025	Corpus Christi
Fall (August), 2025	Corpus Christi
Spring (January), 2026	Corpus Christi
Summer (June), 2026	Corpus Christi

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi - International Study Center (StudyGroup)

A minimum score of 550 on the TOEFL paper examination, 79-80 on the TOEFL internet examination, or a 6.5 or higher on the IELTS examination is required for admission to the University. Transcripts: The University requires all transcripts from international high schools, colleges and universities to be evaluated by a certified evaluation agency approved by the Executive Director of Recruitment and Admissions.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 73.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi - International Study Center (StudyGroup). If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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