The field of geosciences is central to many of the most pressing issues of today’s world: Earth resources and energy; natural hazards; human/environment interaction; and climate change. Through diverse coursework, small class sizes, and strong field and laboratory programs, the Department of Geosciences empowers students to understand how the Earth works and how to solve real-world problems.
Geoscience is a unique blend of lab experiments, field observation, data analysis, and computer modeling. Courses in geosciences apply principles of biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, and mathematics to real Earth problems, deal with length scales from global to atomic, and consider time scales from billions of years to less than a second. The flexible academic program allows students to develop individualized course of study.
Undergraduates studying geosciences often pursue careers in basic research, the energy industry, and education. Geosciences also provides a foundation for careers in applied research, environmental consulting, engineering, public policy, conservation, resource economics, environmental education, and general consulting.
Undergraduate Work Committee
Allan M. Rubin, Director of Undergraduate Studies (DUS), Chair
Laure Resplandy, Director of the Minor (DoM)
Committee Members: Elizabeth Niespolo and Curtis A. Deutsch
For Undergraduate Students
- 2023-2024 Undergraduate Brochure
Last Update: 01/25/2024
This brochure is meant to give comprehensive coverage of the academic requirements for GEO undergraduate students and provide information on individual courses offered.
Downloads
Available documents for Undergraduate review:
- Junior Paper and Senior Thesis Guide
Last Update: 09/06/2024
- Independent Research Projects in Geosciences
Last Update: 07/24/2024
- JP/ST LaTeX Templates
- JP/ST Thesis Template
Useful Links
- Princeton University Undergraduate Senior Theses
- Office of Undergraduate Research
- What is SAFE?
- Student Activities Funding Engine (SAFE)
- High Meadows Environmental Internships (HMEI)
- NOAA Hollings Fellowship
- Goldwater Scholarship
- Summer Internships (ACEE)
- Finding Career Opportunities
- Undergraduate Fellowship Program (MMUF)
- Department of Geological and Geophysical Sciences Records, Mudd Library
Video Shopping Guide
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