Earth Sciences
Earth Sciences at Dalhousie University lays the groundwork for an advanced understanding of the composition, evolution and processes of our planet’s geosphere. From the laboratory to the field, Earth Sciences co-op students delve deep into the relationship between our planet’s interior and the geologic structures we encounter on the surface.
Student skills
- Environmental site assessment
- Landfill development and maintenance
- Water supply and contamination
- Mineralogy
- Environmental risk management
- Soil composition, mineral deposits and geologic formations
- Petroleum geoscience
Industries
- Environmental consulting
- Museums and tourism
- Public education and awareness
- Mining and exploration
- Oil and gas
- Research
- Government environment offices
Past roles
- Research assistant
- Data analyst
- Science tutor
- Youth science instructor
- Field technician
- Seasonal interpreter
- Water quality analyst
- Development Officer
Past employers
- Fundy Geological Museum
- Fisheries and Oceans Canada
- Deep River Science Academy
- Nova Scotia Nature Trust
- Environment Canada
- Natural Resources Canada
- Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation
- Suncor Energy
- SuperNOVA Science Workshops
- Halifax Water Commission
Work term schedule
| Fall | Winter | Summer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd year | Study | Study | Work term 1 |
| 3rd year | Study | Study | Work term 2 |
| 4th year | Study | Work term 3 | Break |
| 5th year | Study | Graduation |
Earth Sciences co-op student work term schedules may vary from the example displayed above.
Coursework
ERTH students must have completed one year of study before starting the program. Additionally, students must have taken (or be in the process of taking at the time of application) at least one of the following courses: ERTH 1080.03 or ERTH 1090.03 (or ERTH 1091.03).
Average pay rates during co-op
| Hourly | $20.00 |
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Department
Faculty of Science: Earth Sciences website.