Department of Geography, Geology and Planning

Paleontology Undergraduate Certificate

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Discover the secrets of buried life

Uncover the history and growth of life on Earth. Explore plant and animal fossils, and our human ancestors.

Boost your current knowledge in paleontology or prepare for future graduate study.

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Program requirements (12-14 hours)

  1. GLG 115(3), GLG 415(4).
  2. Two courses from: ANT 125(3), 304(3), 375(3); BIO 122(4), 501(2), 515(3), 539(3); GLG 314(3)
  3. All candidates must satisfy the General University Certificate Requirements

Note: The GLG 314 prerequisite requirement for GLG 415 will be waived upon request for Biology, Anthropology, or students with similar backgrounds.

Completion requirement

Attain a grade of C or better in all courses used to fulfill the certificate requirements.

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