B.SC GEOLOGY

1. ADMISSION OPEN IN B.Sc.GEOLOGY B.SC GEOLOGY ADMISSION OPEN IN B.Sc.GEOLOGY Geology, also called as Earth Science or the Geosciences, is the study of the Earth, which includes interior and exterior processes of earth, rocks, minerals, fossils, and all the surface processes that have shaped the landscape around us. These processes take place over different time scales from millions of years to thousands of years thus it makes hard for us to study these processes. B.SC Geology is an under graduate program of 3 years duration and is equally distributed into 6 semesters. Geology is a multidisciplinary field that includes a variety of other sciences like physics, chemistry, biology, math, astronomy, statistics, and more. Geologists collect a variety of evidence from Earth and other planetary bodies to explore the natural world and use that information which they gained to better understand the past, present, and future of the earth. It also includes the study of mineralogy, crystallography, petrology, palaeontology, structural geology, economic geology, stratigraphy, hydrogeology, engineering geology and applied geology.

2. WHY BFIT? BFIT, situated in the lap of Himalayas provides the best platform for the study of B.SC Geology. Along with the theoretical knowledge of the course, practical knowledge is a must for this program. Practical knowledge of the program will provide basic knowledge which is related to nature and natural phenomenon like earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, storms, floods and many others. Various visits are conducted for the students to impart knowledge to them by showing real life examples. BFIT, among the best colleges of Uttarakhand for B.SC Geology also conducts healthy competition among peers which brings out the best in students and also adds knowledge. BFIT as one of the best colleges in Dehradun aims to make its students ready for this profession and is always working for the better future of their students.

3. SCOPE OF B.SC GEOLOGY Central Ground Water Board Geological Survey of India Coal India 1th 2th 3th 4th 5th Central Ground Water Board Geological Survey of India Coal India • • • Institute of Himalayan Geology National Geographical Research Institute National Institute of Oceanography • • Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Mineral Exploration Authority GSPC • • • • NMDC Oil India Limited Physical Research Laboratory • • •

4. Some of the job profiles for geology graduates are • Volcanologists are highly educated specialists in geophysics who study about the volcanoes and focus on the formation and eruptive activities of volcanoes. • Petroleum Geologists • A petroleum geologist is an earth scientist who works in the field of petroleum geology, which is concerned about all the aspects of oil discovery and production. • Structural Geologists • Structural geologists are scientific disciplines that are concerned with rock deformation on both a large and a small scale. • Hydrogeologists • A hydrologist is a scientist who focuses on the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of the earth's underground and surface waters. • Engineering Geologists • Engineering geologists focus on the geological factors that could affect construction projects. They observe ground materials to calculate their risk factors and advise on the best procedures for developments and the suitability of construction materials. Volcanologists • Add Skills – 70% Add Skills – 80% Add Skills – 60% Add Skills – 90%

5. ELIGIBILITY Minimum qualification required is 12th with SCIENCE from any recognized board Minimum percentage required is 45% for GEN/OBC and 40% for SC/ST. Q. Which are the top recruiting companies for geology graduates? A. The top recruiting companies are • Geological Survey of India (GSI) • Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) • Oil and Natural Gas Commission (ONGC) • Hindustan Zinc Ltd • Minerals and Metals Trading Corporation (MMTC) • Coal India