As a geochemistry major, you will learn to apply the principles of chemistry and geology to the study of the Earth. The geochemistry major focuses on chemical principles, reactions, geologic problems, environmental contamination, pollution, site assessment, remediation, water quality, pollution monitoring, climate change, soils, resource exploration and the health effects of minerals. Geochemistry graduates will have the skills to address issues ranging from water resources to issues of pollution and remediation. With a degree in geochemistry, students can choose to do graduate study in either chemistry or in geology.

YOU SHOULD MAJOR IN GEOCHEMISTRY IF...

• You are fascinated by the Earth and skilled in chemistry and mathematics.
• You are interested in groundwater, chemical-rock interactions or economic minerals.
• You are considering going on to graduate-level studies in geosciences.