Bachelor of Science in Geosystems Engineering

This unique degree program, offered jointly by the Cockrell School of Engineering and the Jackson School of Geosciences, is designed to teach students the geological and engineering principles needed to solve subsurface resource development and environmental problems.

The curriculum includes a fundamental sequence of engineering and geological sciences courses in such areas as multiphase fluid flow, physical hydrology, heat and mass transfer, field methods, and engineering design. This interdisciplinary systems approach, combining engineering and geological sciences, is increasingly required to address complex real-world problems such as the characterization and remediation of aquifers. The degree program is designed to prepare graduates for employment with environmental, water resource management, and energy companies in addition to many government agencies. Better-qualified graduates of the program may pursue graduate study in subsurface environmental engineering, petroleum engineering, geology, and other related fields.

Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Geosystems Engineering requires 132 semester credit hours (SCH) for completion. Many students can claim credit by exam for some B.S. ASE degree requirements through AP, IB, and entrance exam scores.

For more information on degree requirements and course syllabi, visit the Cockrell School of Engineering degree catalogs and course descriptions.

Current Catalogs

• Geosystems Engineering Degree Plan (24–26)
• Geosystems Engineering Undergraduate Curriculum Flowchart (24–26)
• Geosystems Engineering Approved Technical Electives (24–26)