ProgrammeA-Level entryNatural Sciences4 years

BSc Honours Geological Sciences

University of Zimbabwe· Harare

Entry level: A-Level entry
Field of study: Natural Sciences
Duration: 4 years
Institution: University of Zimbabwe

Entry requirements

This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.

As the institution publishes it

'A' Level passes in Mathematics and Chemistry, or equivalents; OR a Diploma or recognised equivalent plus at least two years' relevant work experience (proof of employment required).

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About this programme

Studies the Earth: its rocks, minerals, structure and history. You learn geological mapping, mineral exploration and resource evaluation, fieldwork and laboratory analysis, central to Zimbabwe's mining sector. Suits students who enjoy fieldwork, rocks and exploration. Geological mapping and field camps are typical, and the degree is directly relevant to Zimbabwe's mining and exploration industry.

What you will study

Mineralogy and petrology; structural geology; geochemistry; mineral exploration; hydrogeology; geological mapping and fieldwork; GIS.

Further study and pathways

MSc or PhD in geology or mining geology; exploration and mining companies, geological surveys, consultancies.

Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"

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