Program highlights
Hands-on experience — laboratory and field work encourages hands-on and practical learning
Count on a solid career ― develop in-demand skills that top employers in industry, government and academia want
Focus on instruction — interact in small classes and labs with instructors who are passionate about their disciplines
Geology prepares you for work in the exploration and development of Earth's resources in an environmentally responsible manner. Learn about the structure, evolution and dynamics of our planet through a mix of classroom learning, field work and research. Graduates may apply to become a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
Career possibilities
- Environmental geologist
- Mineral exploration geologist
- Petroleum geologist
- Geoscientist
- Hydrogeologist
- Marine geoscientist
- Exploration geophysicist
- Geotechnical specialist
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Mount Royal offers two bachelor's degrees in Science and Technology: The Bachelor of Computer Information Systems and the Bachelor of Science with majors in General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, Environmental Science and Geology.
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