Geology, Indigenous STEM Access Program, Mathematics

GEOLOGY

Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc); Honours Bachelor of Environmental Science (HBESc); Major:

Geology, Earth Science; Minor; Concurrent Education: Primary/Junior, Intermediate/Senior Geology is the study of the Earth and the planets around us. In addition to the bedrock and loose sediment that covers it, you will investigate our planet’s atmosphere and hydrosphere, its history and life. Examine modern processes as they are occurring on the surface and in the interior of the Earth, volcanic and earthquake hazards and the formation of ore deposits. Fieldwork is an important component of geology, which means you will participate in two field schools during your program. Given our location on the Canadian Shield, some of the most amazing geology in the world is within a few minutes’ drive of Thunder Bay. Unique Learning Opportunities: Our location amidst the Canadian Shield functions as an outdoor lab and classroom. Our faculty regularly holds classes outside and organizes field trips and extended field schools to take advantage of the superior environment and give you practical training that is highly valued by the industry from day one. Career Paths: Exploration Geologist, Environmental Geoscientist, Economic Geologist, Geochemist, Geophysicist, Mineralogist, Palaeontologist, Seismologist, Volcanologist Advanced Studies: Master of Science (MSc) in Geology Sample Courses: Planet Earth; Mineralogy; Geochemistry; Field Mapping; The Earth and Life Through Time; Glacial Systems; Metamorphism; Tectonics; Soil Science; Igneous Petrology

INDIGENOUS STEM ACCESS PROGRAM

Indigenous STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Access Program is an eight-month, full time program designed for Indigenous people who wish to attend university but do not meet the admission requirements. You will develop your academic skills and knowledge in a culturally-sensitive and friendly environment while taking courses in English, Math, Chemistry, Academic Skills, as well as electives of your choice. Upon successful completion of this program, you may pursue an undergraduate degree in many of the Science programs at Lakehead University.

MATHEMATICS

Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc); Honours

Bachelor of Arts (HBA); Double Major: Mathematics and: Physics, Economics; Minor; Concurrent Education: Primary/Junior, Intermediate/Senior Mathematics is a science of pattern and order. It seeks order where there is chaos. You will explore hidden patterns that help us understand many of the complex problems that surround us. The study of mathematics develops analytical and critical thinking skills, which employers find extremely valuable in today’s competitive job market. Unique Learning Opportunities: Our Mathematics major has both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science option, depending on your area of interest and application. You can also choose to study Mathematical Physics, or combine your Mathematics degree of choice with a degree in Education, Economics, or Physics. This flexibility allows you to focus your education on particular topics starting in first year and graduate as an expert in the field. Career Paths: Economist, Financial Investment Analyst, Statistician, Teacher, Market Research Analyst, Accountant, Underwriter, Public Health Statistician, Cryptographer, Physicist Advanced Studies: Master of Science (MSc) Sample Courses: Functions and Trigonometry; Vectors and Matrices; Sequences and Series; Calculus; Discrete Mathematics; Logic, Set Theory, and Proofs; Differential Equations; Abstract Algebra; Probability and Statistics; Numerical Analysis and Computing; Cryptology