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Geology Degree
The geology degree program at University of California – Irvine will help students gain knowledge in the earth sciences, including the behavior of solids, liquids, and gases that compromise the earth, as well as the forces that act upon it. Students who graduate the geology degree program may follow a career path in paleontology, stratigraphy, geological mapping, and more. Courses include instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, mineralogy, petrology, geostatistics, volcanology, glaciology, and geophysical principles. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer geology degrees.
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University of California – Irvine (UCI)
One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA
University of California - Irvine (UCI) is an institution of higher learning and research, and one of the fastest-growing campuses in the University of California system. It is situated in the heart of Orange County, in Southern California. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities, UCI is known for its top-rated academic programs and professional schools. Some of UCI's newer programs include public health, pharmaceutical sciences, nursing science, and its School of Law.
UCI offers more than 80 academic majors and 63 minors for undergraduates. UCI offers more than 100 academic disciplines at the graduate degree levels, with 53 master's degree programs, and 45 doctoral programs. Professional degree programs include the M.D., Ed.D. and J.D. UCI provides graduate students with many opportunities to participate in research initiatives and interdisciplinary programs.
UCI is known as one of the top research universities in the world, thanks to a distinguished faculty of scholars and scientists. Included among the faculty are two Nobel laureates, two Medal of Science recipients, more than 20 National Academy of Science members, among others. UCI faculty are also acclaimed in the arts, literature and other disciplines, with three Pulitzer Prize winners, more than 50 Fulbright scholars, and nearly 40 Guggenheim Fellows, among others.
The Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences at UCI is the first in the UC System, and is one of the fastest-growing programs of its kind in the U.S.
UCI also offers an Extension program for continuing education focusing on professional and personal enrichment.
History
The Irvine Company contributed 1,000 acres of land for the University of California, Irvine campus in 1960. UCI officially opened in 1965 with eight buildings on its campus. Over the years, many renowned architects contributed to additional buildings at the UCI campus.
There were nearly 120 faculty members and just over 1,500 students enrolled on campus when the school opened.
Academics
The academic calendar of the University of California - Irvine follows the quarter format, with fall, winter, spring and summer quarters.
Colleges and Schools
The University of California - Irvine, refers to its departments, colleges, schools and programs as "Academic Units," which are:
- Claire Trevor School of the Arts
- School of Biological Sciences
- The Paul Merage School of Business
- Department of Education
- The Henry Samueli School of Engineering
- College of Health Sciences
- School of Humanities
- Donald Bren School of Information & Computer Sciences
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- School of Law
- School of Medicine
- Program in Nursing Science
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- School of Physical Sciences
- Program in Public Health
- School of Social Ecology
- School of Social Sciences
UCI also has numerous research centers and institutes.
Student Life
The Student Affairs Office at the University of California - Irvine offers a range of student services that are gathered in clusters: Auxiliary Services, Campus Recreation, Counseling Services, Health Services, Enrollment Services, Dean of Students and Student Housing.
The Anteater Recreation Center (ARC) offers a host of student activities and amenities, including fitness facilities, activity rooms, family/children's time, an aquatics plaza, a rock wall, roller rink, multiple intramural sports clubs, many social, academic and cultural clubs, cooking and nutrition classes, dance classes, yoga, swimming lessons, team building and leadership programs, and more.
On campus student housing is available, along with a range of dining services.
Traditions
The school colors are blue and gold, and the school mascot is the anteater. When the UCI was founded in 1965, students voted for their favorite mascot. The anteater won over the other possibilities that were promoted, including the unicorns, eagles, golden bears, and sea hawks, among others.
Athletics
UCI "Anteater" athletic teams have earned 26 national titles in nine sports. Anteaters have won more than 60 individual national titles. More than 40 "Anteater" athletes have competed in the Olympics. The UCI Anteater athletics teams participate in many intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Community Life
UCI is located in the Irvine, California, which has been voted the "safest city in America" for several years running. The UCI campus offers all the best of California, including nearby beaches, mountains, deserts, and plenty of entertainment and culture.
UC Irvine is Orange County's largest employer, and has a significant economic impact on the area. The campus community of UC Irvine is founded on several core principles: respect, intellectual curiosity, integrity, commitment, empathy, appreciation, and fun.
UCI's faculty, students and staff contribute to the community through programs that address social issues. The UC Irvine Medical Center and UC Irvine Douglas Hospital offer cutting-edge medicine and the latest technologies to the area's citizens.
UCI engages the community through many public events and activities, including campus performances and speaking engagements that are open to the public. A recent headliner was the His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Students Enrolled in the Geology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UCI has offered the following program levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 35 |
Master's Degree | 14 |
Doctorate Degree | 6 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 23 |
Female | 32 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 13 |
Black | 1 |
Hispanic | 9 |
White | 18 |
Multiple Races | 2 |
Non Resident Alien | 12 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Geology program at UCI, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Natural Sciences Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA
- Total Employment: 690
- Average Hourly Rate: $63.32
- Average Annual Salary: $131710
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Description
Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, crystallographers, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.5% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA
- Total Employment: 420
- Average Hourly Rate: $43.79
- Average Annual Salary: $91090
Hydrologists
Description
Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and its return to the ocean and atmosphere.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, hydrologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.9% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA
- Total Employment: 110
- Average Hourly Rate: $41.50
- Average Annual Salary: $86310
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants University of California – Irvine accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of California – Irvine may offer services to students including:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
UCI is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big West Conference)
- Basketball (Big West Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Water Polo