Colorado Mesa University's Department of Physical and Environmental Science Geosciences program offers bachelor-level degrees in Geology, Environmental Geology and Secondary Education as well as minors in Geology, Watershed Science and Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIST). An associate degree in Geology is also offered. The GIST program also offers a professional certificate.
The Geosciences degrees are designed for students who have one or more of the following goals:
- Desire a strong liberal arts education with emphasis on Earth Sciences
- Wish to pursue a graduate degree after graduation
- Desire a professional career in industry, government agencies or consulting
- Wish to teach Earth Sciences in secondary education