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School of the Environment

Environmental Geoscience

Receive specialized training in environmental techniques used in geotechnical investigations, as you obtain the knowledge requirements to prepare for your Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (P.Geo) accreditation.
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Geoscientists play a crucial role in the sustainable development of Earth resources that individuals, industries, and countries, such as Canada, rely upon every day. Students in Trent’s Environmental Geoscience program study the Earth’s geologic and natural systems to understand the environment and the impacts of human activities. With experiential learning at its core, this professionally accredited program equips students with the skills needed to tackle pressing environmental challenges from climate change to contaminated groundwater to geohazards, leading you to and exciting career as geoscientist or another environmental path.

Degrees Offered:

  • B.Sc.
  • B.Sc. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Peterborough
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  • Translate knowledge into career experience through environmental field placements like geological surveying in the Northwest Territories
  • Participate in a hands-on fourth year capstone experiential learning opportunity
  • Work directly with leading experts who are making a positive impact on the health of our planet like Dr. Ian Power, Canada Research Chair in Environmental Geoscience
  • Gain the academic credentials required to apply to become a Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo) in Training
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Geoscientists include geologists, geochemists and geophysicists who conduct programs of exploration and research to extend knowledge of the structure, composition and processes of the earth, to locate, identify and extract hydrocarbon, mineral and groundwater resources and to assess and mitigate the effects of development and waste disposal projects on the environment. Oceanographers conduct programs of exploration and research on ocean processes and phenomena, biological, chemical and physical characteristics of oceans, interactions with atmospheric and geological environments and impacts of human activity on oceans and marine ecosystems. Geoscientists are employed by petroleum and mining companies, consulting geology, geophysics and engineering firms and by governments and educational institutions, or they may be self-employed. Oceanographers are employed by governments, educational institutions and private companies engaged in exploration of seafloor deposits and seafarming areas, or they may be self-employed. 

$24.00-$72.12/hr
Salary Range
34,900
Jobs in Canada
15,700
10YR Job Outlook
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Career Opportunities

  • Environmental Geoscientist
  • Geomorphologist
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Geochemist
  • Earth Scientist
  • Hydrogeologist
  • Environmental Geologist

Popular Courses:

  • Applied and Environmental Geophysics
  • Field Methods in Environmental Geoscience
  • Introduction to Mineralogy and Petrology
  • Structural Geology
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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
  • A minimum 70% overall final average (unless otherwise specified below)
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%

Program Requirements:

  • 75% overall average. ENG4U, MHF4U or MCV4U and SCH4U are required. SPH4U and SES4U are highly recommended. Admission average is calculated on required courses, plus three next best 4U/M courses.
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  • Indigenous Environmental Studies/Science (IES)
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Environmental & Life Sciences M.Sc.
  • Environmental Monitoring and Assessment M.EMA. or G.Dip.
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