Geology
The Department of Geology at Lakehead University offers both Undergraduate and Masters degrees in geology and environmental science. Courses offered by the department place a strong emphasis on ‘hands-on’ geology reflecting our location within the Canadian Shield.
Interested in Geology?
Students interested in the program at Lakehead University will learn....
- How the earth formed
- How to identify rocks and minerals
- About the geological and climate hazards facing us today
- How mining and exploration work
What is Geology?
Geology is quite simply the study of the earth. The Earth Sciences include:
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Geochemistry
- Economic Geology
- Environmental Geology
Students interested in the geology program at Lakehead University can pursue undergraduate degrees in Geology, Geoarchaeology, Water Resource Science and Environmental Studies and Earth Science. For more information about the Geology program please download our brochure.
EVENTS
NEWS
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May 17 |
The Geology Department welcomes Dr. Noah Phillips who will be joining the Department in January 2022 |
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Mar 17 |
Alumni Spotlight - Voyage of Discovery: Jennifer Smith’s epic sail around the world
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Feb 4 |
Geology Professor named NOHFC IRC Chair in Mineral Exploration Lakehead Geology professor, Dr. Peter Hollings, is receiving approximately $2.1 million from the Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines,... full story |
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Feb 4 |
Ontario Invests in Mineral Exploration and Mining Research at Lakehead University The Ontario government is providing more than $690,000 to help support research and development in mineral exploration and mining at Lakehead... full story |