Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Geology - Paleontology Option] From Appalachian State University

Paleontology is the study of fossils to determine organisms? evolution and how they interact with each and the environment. The earth resources industry, particularly the oil industry, needs the skills of these scientists. The Geology (BS) - Paleontology degree at Appalachian State University is ideal for those who want to pursue earth history, evolution research or advanced degrees in paleontology.

The Geology - Paleontology (BS) degree prepares you to understand diverse topics such as evolution and plate tectonics, sedimentation and sea-level change, water resources and groundwater contamination, and much more. Appalachian Geology graduates have the field skills, core geologic knowledge and credentials to obtain a Professional Geologist license (PG), an essential certification for many jobs in the field of geology, especially those in the environmental and earth resources industries.