The Geology programme comprises one of the most attractive options for students in the Faculty of Science. Brunei is a petroleum producing country and several leading companies are located here, hence the potential for Geology graduates is really high. Moreover, Geologists find attractive works in other industries related to mineral resources, environmental issues and constructions. The increasing demand of natural resources, as well as the necessity of the environmental management require the participation of Geologists, thus rising opportunities occur all over the world.
Our Vision is to become a Center of Excellence in Geosciences in Southeast Asia, in order to benefit humankind.
Our Mission:
- To cultivate and disseminate fundamental knowledge of Earth, its resources and processes.
- To educate and motivate students to resolve geological and environmental challenges.
- To produce world class professionals with global outreach, who will understand and live in harmony with planet Earth.
- To produce high quality academic research with global impact.
- To foster entrepreneurship and strong industry partnerships and deliver top quality research outcomes.
- To share knowledge and expertise to benefit the country, the region and beyond through engaging and inspiring people in the fields of Geosciences.
GenNEXT BSc Geology – 4 Years SG Modules offered in August SG Modules offered in January
As a Geology student you will investigate various Earth processes (landslides, earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, volcanic eruptions, climatic changes, etc.), the composition of the minerals, rocks and waters, the formation and exploration of Earth resources (e.g. metals, industrial minerals, gems, petroleum, etc.), the behaviour of oceans and their impact on our planet, the evolution of organisms, the development of our planet through the millions of years of the geological time, as well as the internal structure of Earth and other planets
Core & Option Modules:
Major Module requirement: not less than 72 MC with at least 24 MC of the SG-4000 undergradmodules.
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Module Code |
Module Title |
MC |
CW % |
Exam % |
SEM |
|
Introduction to Crystallography and Mineralogy |
4 |
40 |
60 |
1 |
|
|
Introduction to Paleontology |
4 |
40 |
60 |
2 |
|
|
Introduction to Geology |
4 |
40 |
60 |
1 |
|
|
Introduction to Sedimentology and Stratigraphy |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Structural Geology |
4 |
40 |
60 |
1 |
|
|
Petrography of Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks |
4 |
50 |
50 |
1 |
|
|
Geochemistry |
4 |
50 |
50 |
1 |
|
|
Geophysics |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Geological Mapping |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Hydrogeology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Final Year Project (2 semesters) |
8 |
100 |
0 |
1 & 2 |
|
|
Options |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Environmental Geology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Geology of Brunei and Surrounding Countries |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Marine Geology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Advance Sedimentology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
1 |
|
|
Petroleum Geology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
1 |
|
|
Seismic Methods |
4 |
50 |
50 |
1 |
|
|
Isotope Geochemistry and Geochronology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Igneous and Metamorphic Petrogenesis |
4 |
50 |
50 |
1 |
|
|
Micropaleontology and Biostratigraphy |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Geotectonics |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Well Log Analysis |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Ore Deposits and Economic Geology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Seismology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
|
|
Engineering Geology |
4 |
50 |
50 |
1 |
|
|
Breadth |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Earth Processes |
4 |
40 |
60 |
1 |
|
|
Aspects of Paleontology |
4 |
40 |
60 |
2 |
|
|
Environmental Aspects of Earth Sciences |
4 |
50 |
50 |
2 |
Teaching and Assessment:
To obtain a BSc in Geology from UBD you must comply with the regulations of the University and Faculty. All Geology undergradmodules include a weekly 2-hour Lecture and 4-hour Practical. The assessment for each undergradmodule comprises of a final examination and coursework which include mid-term tests, elaboration of short projects/assignments and practical assessments.
Students participate in field trips where they acquaint themselves with geological formations, processes and phenomena. At the end of your studies, during the 4th year, you will have to conduct a short research project in the frame of the undergradmodule “Final Year Project”. This is intended to expose students to geological processes and to make them capable to collect and synthesise data, as well as to train them to come to proper scientific interpretations.
Facilities:
The Geology Group is equipped with polarizing microscopes, Scanning Electron Microscope equipped with Energy Dispersive Spectrometer, X-ray Fluorescence Analyser, Digital Point Counting System attached to polarizing microscope, Seismograph, Resistivity Meter and Magnetometer, Gamma Detector, Luminescence Dating Spectrometer, as well as a fully equipped laboratory for sample processing and preparation of rock thin sections and wet chemistry lab facilities. A number of industry standard software like Petrel, IP, Kingdom Suite, MinPet, and many more, are also used in several courses for education in data processing.
Careers:
When you finish your studies you will be able to participate in exploration surveys, to offer your services in many industries, to work as private consultant or you can continue with postgraduate studies (MSc and PhD). MSc studies will offer you the opportunity to deepen in specific areas of your interest either by attending to certain undergradmodules (Master of Science by Coursework) or by elaborating a research project and providing a Thesis (Master of Science by Research). PhD studies are proposed for those who wish to obtain specific knowledge, independent research profile and a highest degree that may lead to an Academic career, too. Today many Geologists have prolific careers with oil, gas and mining companies or with survey, environmental and engineering companies. Geologists are also recruited by different private and government organizations.
Contact:
Dr. Afroz Ahmad Shah
Programme Leader (Geosciences)
nb.ude.dbu@hahs.zorfa