Year 1 - general science courses (biology, chemistry and physics) with an introduction to geosciences, earth sciences, introduction to BSc geology, laboratory methods in geology, sedimentary rocks, minerals and rocks, etc. Field courses in Latvia and Estonia follow at the end of the first year;

Year 2: geochemistry, a study of geological structures, classification of fossils and rocks, methods of data analysis, maps, remote sensing and geographic information systems, etc. At the end of the second year there are also field courses, including the structure of the Świętokrzyskie Mountains in Poland;

Year 3: Applied skills in geology (groundwater, soil investigations for construction, mineral ores, geophysics), resource assessment and management, etc. Independent research in the framework of a Bachelor's thesis in geology.

In Latvia, geological research is important for the construction of houses, roads and other structures, as well as mineral and ground water research, therefore the job market in geology is wide. Many work options are in private companies, the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre, as well as in other state and local government institutions. Knowledgeable specialists are also needed in UL and other universities - they can be involved in student training, work in laboratories and realization of scientific research.

You can find out about the admission requirements for the study program by switching to the Latvian version of the website.

indra.baltmane@lu.lv