The material covered in these courses has been identified by Federal Government as a minimum background for geologists. The options offer preparation for and experience in areas where students' interests in specializing may lead them. Highlights of this major include a senior research project to be carried out under the direction of a GSO faculty member.
Many students even conduct research on a research vessel.
Students entering GSO as graduate students from this program will have a significant head start compared with those entering from other undergraduate institutions.