BA/BS in Geologia

Geología prepares students to understand the origin, composition and dynamics of the Earth, working directly with minerals, rocks and fossil remains found in the crust. The knowledge gained lets graduates take part in basic and applied research in the Earth sciences. Demand for geologists comes mostly from mining companies and from groups exploring groundwater, construction materials and energy resources. Work is also available in universities, civil works, geotechnics and environmental fields. Entry to the program runs through the national university admission process (PAES), in which each test is given its own weighting and applicants must reach a minimum weighted score to apply. The published length of study is 6 years. The page also gives the Demre admission code, the number of places and the recent cutoff scores, which applicants can use to judge their chances. Annual tuition and a separate enrolment charge are listed, together with an internal university grant for students who do not receive state free tuition (gratuidad).