The earth and space science and general geoscience concentrations in geology (reference number 676) are for students who either seek the content knowledge needed to qualify for teacher certification in Kentucky in Earth and Space Science or who do not intend to practice professional geology. This major leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Earth and Space Science Concentration (reference number 676)

Program Requirements 26 hours

• GEOL 111, 112, 113, 114, 308, 311, 325, 380, 460, 499
• Program Electives 6 hours
• Any 6 hours of approved geology electives

Additional requirements include: MATH 116, PHYS 201, CS 145, GEOG 121, ASTR 104, 106, 405, and a minor field.

General Geoscience Concentration (reference number 676)

Program Requirements 26 hours

• GEOL 111, 112, 113, 114, 308, 311, 325, 380, 460, 499
• Program Electives 6 hours
• Any 6 hours of approved geology electives

Additional requirements include: MATH 116, CHEM 105/106, PHYS 201, CS 230, GEOG 121, GEOG 316, and a minor field.

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