Courses Offered by Macalester College Geology Department
The geology department welcomes students with an interest in the Earth and its 4.6 billion year history.
Our courses address current topics in earth science and provide an appreciation of scientific principles
and techniques used to explore the dynamic Earth. A broad selection of introductory-level courses serves
the general college community. A diversity of upper-level courses enables students to pursue specialized
interests within the geosciences. Ultimately, the program strives to provide skills and experiences that
foster critical thinking and a lifelong curiosity about the natural world.
For a list of Spring 2008 Geology Courses, click here.
Course descriptions can be found by following the links below, or in the College Catalog.
A complete description of requirements for Major and Minor concentrations in Geology can be found here.
