Geologists are scientists who study the earth processes, explore the earth for metals, oil, gas and water, and develop methods to extract earth’s resources.

Geologists work on the extraction of minerals, environmental protection, and the rehabilitation of land after mining engineering projects.

Bachelor of Science in Geology is a four-year program that focuses on the study of the origin and evolution on the Earth. The course involves the study of rocks, minerals, other solid substances, their compositions, their history and other processes involving them. The Bachelor of Science major in Geology combines a range of skills involving fieldwork, laboratory techniques and problem-solving skills to address key questions relating to the Earth. Being a geologist means applying techniques and knowledge from chemistry, physics, biology and math to answer important questions about Earth processes and to identify probable locations of natural resources. The program graduates are mainly employed by oil and mining companies.

The educational objectives of the BSc in Geology program are to produce graduates who are able:

• To pursue productive careers as geologists engaged in continuous professional growth in industry or government, or are adequately equipped to pursue graduate level education in geology or related fields.
• To become professional Geologists and leaders in influencing natural resource management in the Republic of Kazakhstan and/or internationally.
• To engage in lifelong learning, through training, participation in professional societies, continuing education and professional development.
• To solve geologic problems or provide high quality service with state-of-the art geologic knowledge to the general public, employers, clients, and other professionals.

On successful completion of the program students will be able to:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve broadly defined technical or scientific problems by applying knowledge of mathematics and science and/or technical topics to areas relevant to the discipline.
• An ability to formulate or design a system, process, procedure or program to meet desired needs.
• An ability to develop and conduct experiments or test hypotheses, analyze and interpret data and use scientific judgment to draw conclusions.
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• An ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities and the impact of technical and/or scientific solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
• An ability to function effectively on teams that establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, and analyze risk and uncertainty.
• Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Email addresses:

• Regarding consultation on admissions - info_admissions@nu.edu.kz
• In case of questions regarding submission of an application, please send a request to the emails according to the table below, specifying the Applicant ID number assigned in your Personal Account - undergraduate_admissions@nu.edu.kz
• On academic issues - smg@nu.edu.kz

Phone numbers: +7 (7172) 64 25 84, +7 747 094 02 30