About the Program

The geology minor requires a broad selection of courses in geology and earth sciences, chosen through advisement. It is designed for a diverse clientele, many of whom desire to strengthen their employability. Candidates for this program may include science majors contemplating a future in geophysics or geochemistry, students in environmental fields with a geological aspect, and students who may wish to be involved in land use planning.

About the Geosciences Department

160 Science and Math Complex
1300 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222
Phone: (716) 878-6731
Fax: (716) 878-4009
https://geosciences.buffalostate.edu/

Program Requirements

Required Courses (7 credit hours)
GES 101 INTRODUCTORY GEOLOGY 3
GES 102 HISTORICAL GEOLOGY 3
GES 103 INTRODUCTORY GEOLOGY LABORATORY 1

Electives (12-16 credit hours)
Select four upper-level geology (GES) courses by advisement 12-16

Total Credit Hours 19-23