Geology Career Part I: Should You Study Geology?
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- Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
- I wanted to talk about the only two reasons I can think of as to WHY you should study geology. And to clarify, I'm referring to majoring in Geology. I think everyone should take a geologist class at some point!
Comment below with any questions or anything you feel I missed in the explanation!
Three years into Graphic Design and recent events In my life got me thinking about taking a whole 180 to geology
same bro!
Literally same
Same
Lol, and me at geology thinking about graphic design
Same... but at 36y.o. I feel old and worn to start again as a geology student :-/
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The way you explained everything is inspiring as an aspiring Geologist am motivated to push on while I graduate from school thanks...
Smart idea for a video, and great execution!
Thank you for watching!
😟 i wonder if people going into the oil & gas industry consider they are going against the transition to more eco-friendly energy alternatives.
Prairie Dog I was thinking the same thing. Sadly, I don’t have an answer.
geology extends to construction, mining ect..
that is the reason that makes me doubt, I ask myself the question "to work for oil and gas, and earn a lot of money or go to another branch and earn less money"
im on my last year of highschool rn wanting to get into uni for a geology BSc and the oil and gas subdiscipline is the only one i wouldnt consider for this reason alone
We're always going to use oil. Especially when people wake up to how environmentally harmful "free energy" really is. Everythign is made from oil products btw. Including the majority of what makes green energy possible.
My name is Erick from Kenya am 24 yrs old. I have a bachelor's degree in Geology, I chose to major in Hydrogeology, a choice I can't regret because am working for a borehole drilling company and so far, everything is running smoothly. Am looking forward to enroll for my masters degree soon.
Great to hear things are going well for you! Keep up the great work! Make sure to check out my video about grad school. If you do it right, you shouldn't have to pay a dime.
Great
I'm a level 100 Geological engineering student at the University of Mines and Technology (Ghana) and i think i might follow your path
I graduated high school almost 10 years ago and went straight to work with no college or university. My grandpa made his living gold mining and prospecting up in north western Canada and after getting into it and spending the last couple years learning about the mining and mineral exploration industries and getting into prospecting myself I'm super interested in pursuing it as a career. The only thing I'm nervous about is going back to school at 26. I was a terrible student in high school so I'll need to spend probably a year upgrading, meaning I'll be 27 or close to 28 before I'm even studying geology.
Thank you for the heads up I almost got into some pitfall
Great video!
Thanks for watching!
Rocks are sexy
hi is there a good chance a geologist got in construction industry? thanks
Good advice!
Thanks for watching!
I am about to start a Geology course at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil, I really hope to be able to study and work in Calgary (the city i want to live in the future) someday. I've always been amazed by Banff and the scenery of Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, and now that I found out about the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Natural History and the Dinosaur Provincial Park I am even more excited
That province is absolutely stunning!
Is there anyway I can email you with a question? I have a picture of a rock which i cant post here i would like some info on it
Geology has always seemed to me like and endlessly fascinating field of study.
And yet... it looks more and more to me like any sort of career in geology would inevitably require selling my soul to the Devil (oil, gas, coal, etc.).
Lol, you're not entirely wrong as the oil and gas industry is where the money is. But, there are a lot of career paths in geology, some of them that even help the world! :) You just won't make as much.
Heard that O&G is setting the ground for geothermal as a larger part of the future energy mix. People have speculated that with some novel drilling techniques like millimeter microwave directed energy drilling we might be able to go really deep into hotter geothermal resources, deep enough that conventional geological rock/resource modelling won't be as important as geophysical data such as seismic reflection, gravity+ magnetic surveys, and magnetotelluric surveys.
I don't know if that is really the case, but I'm wondering if a push for geothermal is realized, regardless of how deep the drills go, would it be a boon for geophysicists? I heard the industry ratio is like 10:1 geologists to geophysicists. And would it also ease some of the cyclicality of the industry? Much like how if demand for energy metals are sustained into the future, there would be less boom and bust.
So does it makes sense to do Geophysics in undergrad as opposed to Geology undergrad then geophysics masters? The university here, UBC, has a geophysics undergrad program.
What about Mine Geology?
Can I do this with Commerce field?
I have double masters in geology from India can you suggest about carriers abroad
I.m bsc geology final year student... Nd im really thankful for ur advice sir..
I am currently in the military and plan on pursuing a BS in Geology (not specific branch) when I get out. I honestly do not have a passion for geology but I want to pursue a career that will unlock my true potential. (I did take a Physical Geology class once) do you have any advice for someone who doesn’t have passion but believe will push me academically. I appreciate the videos.
I have a passion for history but believe that career choice won’t be as rewarding....
@@zloading1985 great question. And I'm certainly not qualified to tell you what to do. The biggest thing I can say if you decide to study Geology is start off right by following my advice in the Part II video. Figure out early which geology path you'd want to take and hit it hard. Have you considered a career with engineering? That opens all kinds of doors and will definitely challenge you academically.
Same! Lmk how everything works out. I’m just worried because I haven’t gone to school in like five years lol.
Does geoinformatics people get High Salary??
Hi! I’m a nurse looking into changing careers. I’ve always had a passion for geology, I have Bachelors of Science, Nursing. I’m 32, am I too late to the party?
Never too late to pursue something that you want to do! Just make sure you want geology to be more than a hobby before you get started!
OMGOSH ME TOO!!!
Omg I’m a registered nurse same thing! I picked geology in high school but then I changed my mind last minute because of friends/family! Updates please! Did you go through with it?
I don't have any special feelings or fascination for rocks, do you really need to have them if you want to be a geologist? Or is it something that develops as you get into it? I think I want to do geology because of things like travelling to remote areas to find and discover something, is that enough?
No. I just mean that in general Geology is studying rocks and rock-related topics. The passion can definitely be having something that gets you out of an office, etc. But with that, you'll need to make sure you target your career path in that direction because a lot of Geologists end up in offices.
Great video, Matt! Do you know how closely related a major/degree in Geology is to one in Earth Sciences? Is Geology a branch of Earth Sciences? I am currently deciding what to study at University. I don't know if can say that I am passionate about rocks, but I'm not sure. Thanks.
I think earth sciences is the umbrella term for geology and meteorology and things. Idk I watched a vid about it
@@sharmanveraj3281 So update, I've started my degree in Environmental Geoscience, so yes can confirm Earth sciences is the overarching term, and Geology is a topic within it. I'm a year in and I still don't know if I like rocks yet.
@@user-lb4fr2ly4b ahhh I see!! How is it so far?? People say it’s the study of rocks but I don’t really know if I want to do that per se. Like they cover tsunamis and the processes that form the earth also right? I don’t really just want to study a small rock, but most people say it’s only that. I kinda wanna try out planetary geologist. I hope you can find your passion though!
@@sharmanveraj3281 It's been good so far! Very science-based so if you like 'geography science' which is basically geochemistry, geophysics, geobiology then you'd enjoy this. My modules have included Geology, Environmental Hazards, Environmental Resources, Water Resources, and Computing, all of which have been equally important for the degree. Geology has been about identifying rocks/minerals by hand specimen and in thin section. We have been learning about the geological history of the earth, how to identify strata/conformities/etc on geological maps, applying maths and physics to various environmental studies in the field. Won't be able to actually do fieldwork this year because of COVID-19 :( . If you want to do planetary geology you will be studying rocks in the same way I am. If you have any questions about my degree though feel free to keep asking!
@@user-lb4fr2ly4b OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I’ll keep this in mind. I was really scared to start a degree in it, but I think I might go forward with my decision. Also do planetary geologist get paid well!
Sir how to become an astrobiologist by choosing geology as a undergraduate course?
Please explain sir
Geology undergrad -> Geophysics masters -> Planetary Science PhD
excelente información, mas videos como este por favor
Gracias por mirar! Alguna sugerencia de un video que te gustaria ver?
@@GeoKnowLearning si me gustaría ver vídeos sobre montañas rocosas multicolores y en donde puedo encontrarlas
@@wiserlanguagesacademy3218 En Ecuador si hay lugares con gemas o minerales?
@@GeoKnowLearning no se pero me llamo mucho la atención un video que vi una vez de Danxia en China
@@wiserlanguagesacademy3218 tal vez si me sale bien este channel, tendre el dinero para viajar a China para hacer un video de ese lugar. Porque si es cheverisimo.
Hello,,, I really have a passion for Earth sciences like geology. I love travelling too. Bt most of the people as well as the UA-cam channels mentioned that,,,if u take geology, u will be unemployed, low salary, so and so.
Does geology really worth it with employment and high salary?.
Also love ur video🤓🥰
The high salary is in the oil and gas industry. Be aware though, that industry is highly volatile. Kind of a feast or famine type of industry. I think if you really play your cards right and follow the advice I give in this video and the others, you'll be able to find a stable career as a geologist if that is what you really want. Otherwise, I'd leave it as a hobby. :)
@@GeoKnowLearning thank you👍
I ❤️ geology
Can you study even if your horrible at math?? how much math is in this career
Great question. Generally you will need to take math through calc 2, but then, depending on the career within geology you can either have as little or as much math as you want.
What are the best career options you'd suggest for a female African geologist?
My best advice is, if you choose Geology, speak with all of the professors in the geology department. Work with them as often as possible. You will soon find what you like the most and what you don't like. The more exposure you can get to the different parts of the industry, the better you'll know what you like!
what should you minor in ? to get a better foot when applying for jobs
I think a lot of things would help, but anything in engineering or GIS should give you a boost.
@@GeoKnowLearning how about data science?
What is a master degree?
it is ur 2 years after your first 4years of college
What about palynologists?
I think the same information applies, but double. Meaning, it is even more of a niche career, so I'd recommend making sure that is all you could ever possibly want to do before pursuing. After you figure that out, just be the best one you can be and work extremely hard.
@@GeoKnowLearning What is the situation of palynologists in the USA , they get good salary? and where they can work especially quaternary palynologists
If you decided to pursue a master’s in geology to increase your chances of getting in oil & gas, what disciplines/branches in geology should you focus on to maximize your chances? What can you do as a grad student to really qualify yourself? I would like to join the industry, make a six digit salary, and be able to travel the world.
Amazing video, thanks for sharing!
Focus on sedimentary/stratigraphy. Most people in oil and gas study those. Recruiters don't look quite as seriously at candidates who studied hard rocks. I would check out my other videos in this series for other advice that I have: ua-cam.com/play/PL-vzyMUHq3BZNYowtBWndf382nEblSm4o.html
I'm completed MSc geology but there is no jobs in india ,only recommendation people got jobs, Govt have only limited jobs this sector , its right , weaste of time.
what about hydrogeology?
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Thanks for watching!
what if you're just into the idea of taking geology and not really knowing anything about, but want to get your feet wet?
Great question. Usually in your first year or two you need a few science credits, geology is a good option for that. That's actually how I got started in it. I had a great teacher for intro to geology and it sparked my desire to study it!
Great video!
Thanks for watching!
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