The Bachelor of Science in Geosciences takes you inside the physical processes that shape our planet and gives you the scientific and technical skills to study them. Grounded in physical sciences, the program examine Earth's structure and natural hazards, weather and atmospheric processes, and geospatial data.
For more information, view the BS in Geosciences track sheet. For specialized tracks, find your track sheet below.
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Geosciences/Earth Science with Honors
The Honors in Earth Science/Geosciences program gives students the opportunity to conduct original research under the guidance of a faculty sponsor. Students develop and carry out a research project, write an Honors Thesis and present their findings in a departmental seminar.
Find out more about the requirements in the Undergraduate Catalog.
Available Tracks

What You Will Study
- Earth materials and geological processes
- Weather and atmospheric science
- GIS, remote sensing and geospatial data
- Field, laboratory and analytical methods

Courses
A total of 120 credits is required, including a minimum of 45 credits of upper division coursework. For more information, review the BS in Geosciences course catalog.

Financials
Our tuition ranks among the lowest in the nation. In fact, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine consistently ranks FIU among the top “100 Best Values in Public Colleges”—and U.S. News & World Report also recognizes FIU as a “best buy” in higher education, ranking our students among the least indebted college students in the nation.
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Study the Earth. Read the data. Understand what's happening. Find out what's happening. The BS in Geosciences builds the scientific and technical skills for careers in geology, weather and atmospheric science, geospatial technology and more.
More Information
Contact the Department of Earth and Environment
Modesto A. Maidique Campus
11200 SW 8th Street, AHC5 360
Miami, FL 33199
Tel: 305-348-4919
fiuearth@fiu.edu