The Honours BSc Geology-Physics at the University of Ottawa offers you a unique opportunity to delve into the Earth's composition, evolution, and the dynamic processes that shape our planet and others. This undergraduate program is ideal for students eager to understand Earth materials, analyze geological environments, and model complex planetary systems, drawing on the Ottawa region as a rich natural laboratory. You will gain foundational knowledge in key areas such as Earth systems, mineralogy, stratigraphy, structural geology, and geophysics, preparing you for a career addressing critical societal needs related to resources and hazards.
This full-time, on-campus bachelor's degree is studied over four years, providing a comprehensive blend of theoretical learning and practical application. You will engage in compulsory courses covering fundamental principles of geology and physics, alongside field studies and specialized subjects like applied geophysics and geochemistry. In your final year, you will undertake an honours project or equivalent advanced coursework, allowing you to explore a specific area of interest in depth. You will graduate with the analytical and scientific skills sought after by professional geoscientists and physicists, ready for roles in resource exploration, environmental consulting, or further academic research.