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A Geologist researches earth processes, studies earth materials, and analyzes the history of the earth. Their role is to observe how natural processes affect the earth, and how the natural environment is affected by the earth’s materials. Their responsibilities are to analyze geological, geochemical and geophysical data collected by tests and surveys, develop new methods for geological analysis and data collection with the least harmful environmental impact, manage sampling and reports from apprentice geologists, measure seismic, volcanic, electromagnetic and gravitational activities, design topographical and geological maps, provide geological assessments and advice to governments and con...

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  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Geology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$30,397Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Geology
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    Avg. Duration:16 monthsAvg. Fees:$25,396Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Geology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$30,397Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Geology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$30,397Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Geological Sciences
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$30,397Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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5.6 years
$81K
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3.35 years
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3
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