About
The 16 credit-hour Certificate in Geological Sciences is offered via distance learning. The certificate offers coursework in geological sciences relevant to environmental policy and law, resource economics, teaching, regional planning, building construction, and related fields. Courses in geology provide the background for careers in geology, STEM teaching, public policy, and environmental risk assessment, among others.The certificate program includes courses required to take the professional geologist licensure exam (PG) and students may take as many as 30 credits.
Degree-seeking geological science majors are not eligible for this certificate.
Deadlines to Apply:
- Fall – August 1st
- Spring – December 1st
- Summer – April 1st
Required Courses
One of the Following:
- GLY 2010C Physical Geology, 4 credits
- GLY 2030C Environmental and Engineering Geology, 3 credits
Plus:
- GLY 3105C Evolution of Earth and Life, 4 credits
- GLY 3202C Earth Materials, 3 credits
Choose Two (6 credits minimum):
- GLY 3163 Geology of National Parks, 3 credits
- GLY 3882C, Hydrogeology and Human Affairs, 3 credits
- GLY 4155C Geology of Florida, 3 credits
- GLY 4552C Sedimentary Geology, 4 credits
- GLY 4700 Geomorphology, 3 credits
- GLY 4822 Groundwater Geology, 3 credits
Tuition and Fees
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How to apply for the Geological Sciences Certificate Program (DOCX)
Contact: Mrs. Diana Adams dragon13@ufl.edu.
Department Coordinator: Dr. Matt Smith mcsmith@ufl.edu
PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST LICENSURE EXAM (PG)
Professional Geologist (PG) exams require coursework in geology and proficiency in basic geological concepts and their applications. Students intending to take the PG exam will have the option to take additional courses to achieve the minimum of 30 credit hours required. The University of Florida does not administer the PG exam. Please contact your State Geologic Licensure Board for details.
If you are interested in learning more about the Certificate in Geology please contact Diana Adams at dragon13@ufl.edu.