Department of Geology
Academic Programs and Research in Earth Sciences
The Department of Geology was established in 1951 and has grown into a vibrant centre of teaching and research in Earth Sciences. Since 1965 it has been housed in the Faculty of Science, offering full-fledged undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in varied disciplines of Geology.
The Department is nationally and internationally recognised for high quality teaching and cutting-edge research, particularly in Quaternary Geology, palaeoclimatology, Geomorphology, Neotectonics, Sedimentology, Metamorphic Petrology, Ichnology, palaeohydrology and Remote Sensing. Majority of the teaching staff are actively pursuing research with support from DST, Ministry of Earth Sciences, ISRO, UGC and other agencies.
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Undergraduate
B.Sc. (Honours) in Geology
3 years (6 semesters)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Geology offered by the Department of Geology provides a strong foundation in earth materials, geomorphology, structural geology and field-based practical work. Geology has always been an interesting and alluring subject, attracting students in large numbers, and this programme is an ideal entry point into Earth sciences.
Emphasis on field-based practical knowledge and modern techniques of rapid communication and knowledge dispersal
Core training in minerals, rocks, fossils, geomorphology and structural geology
Well-equipped laboratories, lecture rooms with audio-visual facilities and access to departmental library and computer room
Eligibility: 12th Standard theory marks of three science subjects; eligibility percentage as per MSUB norms
Mode of admission: Through MSUB Portal as per Faculty of Science guidelines
The Department offers B.Sc. (Honours), B.Sc. (Honours) in Geology (HPP), M.Sc., M.Sc. (Applied Geology), M.Sc. (Petroleum Geology) and Ph.D. programmes. The syllabi of various courses are periodically upgraded in line with contemporary trends and needs, ensuring that students are exposed to both classical and emerging areas in Earth Sciences.
Curriculum across programmes integrates classroom teaching with practical and field-based components in areas such as Quaternary Geology, palaeoclimatology, Geomorphology, Neotectonics, Sedimentology, Metamorphic Petrology, Ichnology, palaeohydrology, Hydrogeology, Geochemistry and Remote Sensing & GIS. A large number of students regularly qualify in NET and other competitive examinations, and graduates find placement in reputed government and private organisations.
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Department Overview
The Department is housed in a three-storied building with an extension wing. All staff members are provided with individual rooms in addition to several specialised laboratories. Facilities include well-equipped laboratories with sophisticated instruments, lecture rooms with audio-visual facilities, a computer room with internet access, a seminar room and a departmental library. A centralised canteen of the Faculty of Science is located adjacent to the Department.
The main strength of the Department is its well-qualified and highly distinguished faculty. The Department maintains a vibrant atmosphere of teaching and research, and continues to create additional infrastructure to further enhance the quality of teaching and learning.
Research Highlights
The Department is known for producing high quality research publications in reputed national and international journals. All staff members have excellent academic credentials and are recognised as research supervisors. Some faculty members possess very high citation indices, reflecting the impact of research carried out in the Department.
Active research themes include:
- Quaternary climatic and hydrogeological changes in Western India.
- Evolution of coastal plains and sediment disposal systems along the Gulf of Cambay and Kachchh.
- Geometry and nature of active faults in Gujarat.
- Evolution of the Great and Little Rann of Kachchh using subsurface cores.
- Late Quaternary environmental conditions in the Nal-Bhal corridor.
- Structural and metamorphic history of the Aravalli Group of rocks of NE Gujarat.
- Ichnological and sedimentological studies of Mesozoic and Cenozoic sequences in Gujarat.