M.A. (Geology)

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Master of arts in Geology

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

M.A. Geology or Master of Arts in Geology is a two-year post-graduate programme. Geology covers the science that comprises the study of the solid Earth and the processes by which it is shaped and changed. Geology provides primary evidence for plate tectonics, the history of life and evolution, and past climates. The programme covers nearly all aspects of geology, from minerals and rocks to glacial geology, sediments, climatic changes and the evolution of life. It aims to provide students with a wide range of geological knowledge, exposure to areas at the cutting edge of research, and a thorough understanding of the practical applications of geology. Graduates from the programme will obtain transferable and subject-specific skills that are necessary for academic research or entry into various employment opportunities in private companies or governmental structures.

M.A. Geology Eligibility                     

  • Prospective students should have passed B.A./B.Sc. or any other equivalent qualification with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university board.
  • Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

M.A. Geology Syllabus

Syllabus of Geology as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

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Subjects of Study

 

(Compulsory)

1         

Principles of Mineralogy and Geochemistry

2         

Structural Geology and Geotectonics

3         

Igneous Petrology

4         

Metamorphic Petrology

5         

Sedimentology

6         

Palaeontology

7         

Economic Geology

8         

Principles and Stratigraphy and Indian Geology

9         

Geological Field Mapping

10     

Geological Field Training

11     

Industrial Training

12     

Term Paper

13     

Minor Project

 

(Optional)

1         

Groundwater Geology

2         

Petroleum Geology

3         

Exploration Geophysics

4         

Micropaleontology

5         

Environmental Geology

6         

Remote Sensing

7         

Marine Geology

8         

Geographical Information Science

9         

Mining Geology

10     

Coal Geology

11     

Soil Science

12     

Micro tectonics

13     

Planetary Geology

14     

Sedimentary Basin Analysis

15     

Natural Resources & Environmental management

16     

Engineering Geology

17     

Sedimentary Facies and Environments

18     

Statistical Geology

19     

Industrial Mineralogy

20     

Pre-Cambrian Crustal Evolution

21     

Mineral Economics

22     

Climate Geology

23     

Trace Element Geochemistry

24     

GPR Applications

25     

Digital Image Processing

26     

Glaciology

27     

Data Mining

28     

Hydrogeological Problems & Management

29     

Well Site Geology

30     

Petrophysics

 

M.A. Geology College

M.A. Geology Course Suitability

  • Candidates should be able of producing, analysing and summarising information; applying knowledge and understanding to complex and multidimensional problems and can prepare, processing, interpreting and presenting data, using appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques and packages.
  • They must have communicating skill and be able to use them appropriately to a variety of things written, oral and graphical methods.

How is M.A. Geology Course Beneficial?

  • The master’s degree will provide students with the advanced knowledge and skills required to further their careers and conduct meaningful scientific research.
  • Candidates can look for employment in the field of engineering, environment, mining and petroleum.
  • They can also join the education sector (as a teacher or professor), government or oil industry (as a consultant). Geologists who choose to work as environmental consultants need to estimate the environmental impact of the organization’s activities and to make sure that the company follows environmental regulations laid down by government agencies.
  • They can also find employment in remote sensing, cartography, space science and geographic information systems. several government agencies also employ geologists.

M.A. Geology Employment Areas

  • Colleges & University
  • Hydro Geology
  • Geology
  • Agriculture Sector
  • Cement Industry

M.A. Geology Job Types

  • Manager
  • Customer Relations Officer
  • Production Seismologist
  • Professor/Asst. Prof/Lecturer
  • Project Manager
  • Mining Manager
  • Geologist
  • Research Associate
  • Coordinator

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