Online & Special Programs

This program offers a comprehensive curriculum focused on applied subsurface geology, with a specialization in Petroleum Geology. Classes are scheduled on Friday afternoons and Saturdays to accommodate working professionals, though employment is not required for admission.

The program aims to train students for professional roles in petroleum geology and provides a strong foundation for further academic pursuits. Geology graduate students have consistently had a high employment rate in the discipline, with careers in environmental geology, the petroleum and mining industries, government, and academia. Graduates can expect promising job prospects, as the demand for petroleum geologists is projected to grow by 5% from 2023 to 2033. Additionally, geoscientists, including petroleum geologists, have a median annual wage of $99,240, reflecting the value and importance of their expertise in the energy sector.

UH's Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences faculty are internationally recognized for their research and teaching excellence, with extensive experience in both governmental and industrial geoscience positions. The department's strong connections with industry leaders and government agencies provide students with valuable networking opportunities and insights into the latest advancements in geology and petroleum geology.