So You Want To Study Geology?

A quick look at the kind of skills and aptitudes you will need if you want to take on a career as an exploration geologist.
This video is a free introductory segment from the online video training course Fieldcraft for Geologists. The full course is available here: geologyupskill.thinkific.com/...
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  • @dhutch71
    @dhutch712 жыл бұрын

    This is the most realistic and honest description of a career in geoscience that I've seen... quite well done! After taking chemistry and physics in High School, I took Geology 101 as an elective course my first semester in college. After two degrees and a 30-year career as a petroleum geologist (exploration and production) I retired in 2009. Confucius said, "Choose a job you like, and you will never work a day in your life."

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Confucius should have been a geologist!

  • @malulekethabelo617

    @malulekethabelo617

    Жыл бұрын

    How many subject I will do when I'm doing geology course

  • @83KJack

    @83KJack

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@GeologyUpSkill😂😂 oh man that was a good one 😜 so what if i just wanna do it as a hobby and not necessarily as a full blown working scientist? I dont have the patience for math, but i love rockhounding and fossil hunting and im pretty good at it and am insterested in learning more about geology from a more i guess, practical standpoint?

  • @nicktate2089

    @nicktate2089

    Жыл бұрын

    @@malulekethabelo617 Basic science subjects in first year then basic geology subjects second year then advanced geology and related subjects in third year.

  • @nicktate2089

    @nicktate2089

    Жыл бұрын

    @@83KJack Go for it. There are quite a few good geology videos and websites available now and thousands in the rockhounding space.

  • @amageingos1698
    @amageingos16982 жыл бұрын

    Hi! I'm from Africa. I never understood why I suddenly became so interested in this field. But I'm just drawn to it. Thanks for expanding my interests in geoscience!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped you understand 😊

  • @youlube1029
    @youlube1029 Жыл бұрын

    There is no more science better than Geology for keeping me grounded, always a rock that catch my eyes.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    All agreed on that!

  • @paulburrell4120
    @paulburrell41203 жыл бұрын

    Agree. Always feel privileged to be paid to work in exotic places off the beaten track

  • @arazec1014
    @arazec10142 жыл бұрын

    This is a fantastic, easy-to-understand, yet thorough explanation of geology. I'm surprised it doesn't have many more views. Thank you!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Hopefully it will help to guide some students considering what to study at university this coming year.

  • @kasnarfburns210
    @kasnarfburns2103 жыл бұрын

    I knew someone in college who became a geologist. She had apparently always been VERY gung-ho about working outside. While I can fully appreciate its importance and why someone might find the field interesting/rewarding, it had NEVER passed my mind to pursue such a field when I was in college. I once entertained the thought of oceanography/ marine science, however, and the two fields could potentially have a lot of overlap.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    3 жыл бұрын

    Horses for courses. That's why I made this video to help students decide.

  • @geoffgeoff143
    @geoffgeoff1435 ай бұрын

    Fantastic! I have been told by geologists, I missed my calling. I am too old to starg a new career now so instead it is my hobby. When I make a personal learning discovery, it is exciting. Even if the rest of tbe world already knows. Nowdays, there is sooo much quality info online. Thankyou to all the people like yourself that take the time to make it available. I really look forward to seeing new videos from you. Quality plus Australian.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much. I still learn something every time I go into the field. That's whatkeeps it interesting!

  • @ScottishDwarf
    @ScottishDwarf3 жыл бұрын

    This video just makes me love this career more, thanks!

  • @johnguif4422
    @johnguif4422 Жыл бұрын

    I’m a second year geology student and I’m extremely passionate about my studies. Ore deposits and exploration is my main point of interest. Excellent video! I love your energy and I’m definitely going to explore more of your channel!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks John. It's great to see keen young people taking on a career in geology. It's a career that requires passion!

  • @krazyjey
    @krazyjey Жыл бұрын

    As a mountain biker, i became a student in geology at 50 years old, the amount of information gathered and analysis in one year made me a knowledgeable and interesting rider to be around.. I corrected many locals guy and taught them basic principles about the area. My favourite answer is always starting with ," as a geologist we think ......." and i analyse the traffic with them. Yesterday the marshall of the mountain spent 1 hour with me when i explained to him that mountain, the soil, the rocks and, the original name of that place and plug them together... I am in cape town and it s not very easy to accuratly describe to the locals , their area, and Names of intrusive batholith and lacolith and original names . I do with a smiling confidence. Most of my local friends ask me if that rock is special or no. I always tell them , that they should tell me about it, no me as i am a foreigner. Geology is an open book , a passion for life. Tonight i am on my microscope and watch youtube with a pen and paper.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Part of what I'm trying to do here is to show the general public how closely geology is tied into every part of their daily life. If you make that connection, most people suddenly find rocks a lot more interesting!

  • @krazyjey

    @krazyjey

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GeologyUpSkill absolutly, rocks rock !! i collection them and advise to people to hold them in their both hands for healing, cooling or feel grounded. My cats love them too . My collection is growing . I have so far...Komatiite, Petrified wood , Kimberlite , Carbonado black D, (yes) and different crystal and minerals. I became specialist in architecture, repair and maintenance on granite, limestone, marble, travertine and more. That is not a job, it is a passion in my element .Thank you for your superbe channel.

  • @mikelong9638
    @mikelong9638 Жыл бұрын

    Damn Nick, , the guy at 4:37 was actually loosing ground as he was struggling against the rocks sliding sliding down the hill with him. My kind of guy. Great video!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    And it's double tough when the air has only half the oxygen at sea level!

  • @claudiosalas6026
    @claudiosalas60262 жыл бұрын

    This is a very inspiring video! So proud to be a geologist and be able to study and understand our Earth!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's the best job in the world IMHO.

  • @anamikasunil4050

    @anamikasunil4050

    4 ай бұрын

    Please tell me about full details... Is easy to study?? Please tell me

  • @QuietJane
    @QuietJane10 ай бұрын

    This was super helpful! I've just started going to school again after 10 years in manufacturing. Geology is one of the first classes I signed up for and I'm really enjoying it. It's been nice to see what you can do with the school work.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    10 ай бұрын

    That's great. Geology is more than a job. It's also a lot of fun!

  • @efetolgauysal
    @efetolgauysal2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this informative video, I look forward to more of your videos.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks. There are nearly 100 on this channel now and more in various stages of production.

  • @nofluxgivengaming
    @nofluxgivengaming Жыл бұрын

    I'm an environmental geologist, but I really enjoyed this video.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    That's the great thing about geology. There's a flavour for everyone!

  • @HoboMinerals
    @HoboMinerals Жыл бұрын

    I’m truly enjoying your videos!!! Super subscribed and liking as I watch… Thank you

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks very much. Geology just makes life interesting!

  • @zekefoxfire2753
    @zekefoxfire27533 ай бұрын

    Ive always wanted a field involving discovery, i bounced from yearning to be a archeologist to a marine biologist but geology and the way you've described the career really makes me believe its the right one for me, thanks so much for the video!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    3 ай бұрын

    It certainly has that component in a wide variety of sub-fields.

  • @williamseaton6730
    @williamseaton673011 ай бұрын

    Most geologists end up in environmental consulting, water resources, support for engineers, teaching, or other pursuits that often do not involve much of what is presented in this video. Full-time Exploration Geologists are kind of rare. Their jobs are often temporary. You have to be drawn to projects that tend to be risky but with high reward. Not for the faint of heart. Visionary people with some discipline. Many exploration geologists would work for free (if they could) because it is that cool, fun, exciting, and rewarding. Pedal down folks, the phone is ringing........

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    11 ай бұрын

    It certainly isn't the career for everyone, but there are lots of options for people with the right stuff.

  • @krr94
    @krr94 Жыл бұрын

    Im watching this video on my desk while I'm working on Cu greenfield proyect.Tomorrow i'm leaving for 3rd consecutive month to literally the wildest Colombian jungle in the middle of the tropical area. I am a junior exploration geologist and goddamn! i'm proud of me, geology is what I am, and I hope never lost the thrill of looking and finding surprises beneath my feets. Good videosssssss, please keep it up! :)

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Great stuff. My aim is to inspire people to love geology. Seems like it's working!

  • @TrippNessa
    @TrippNessa11 ай бұрын

    This is a very good video, and to be honest I don't think this is a career I should consider. I appreciate how candid you were about everything.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    11 ай бұрын

    It isn't for everyone, but still good if everyone understands a little more about what we do and why.

  • @banana6837
    @banana68379 ай бұрын

    I’m not planning on becoming a geologist but I am required to take geology 1 and 2 in my university studies as it’s part of the job I’m planning to get in to which is an engineering degree with specialisation I’m mountains, mining and explosives is a way to summarise it, I am just starting to learn and as of yet is is still incredibly interesting and I’ve got around 3 and a half years left of studying but I’ve got high hopes, thanks for this.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    9 ай бұрын

    There is a legedary divide between engineers and geologists. The world would be a better place if both disciplines had to study a little of the other side at university!

  • @abdallayoonis5823
    @abdallayoonis5823 Жыл бұрын

    Geology is the science that I am interested in in the future to learn more and add more, thank you. 

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    That's great. The world needs more geologists!

  • @virgo714
    @virgo714 Жыл бұрын

    I love the outdoors 🫶🏻🫶🏻 Im looking forward for my classes 🤗🤗

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Go for it!

  • @FredWilbury
    @FredWilbury10 ай бұрын

    So I carried on looking and found this great video. Thanks

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks. Persistence is a key quality for good geologists!

  • @aoconnor2933
    @aoconnor2933 Жыл бұрын

    You just got me a little more excited about the academic journey I'm on! Thank you for this video!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    That's great. It's hard not to get excited about this job :)

  • @69buckleys
    @69buckleysАй бұрын

    Fantastic video thanks for sharing

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks very much.

  • @alliepebbles276
    @alliepebbles276 Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful I can't wait to show students!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Great. I made it for students!

  • @stevendgrissom1968
    @stevendgrissom19682 жыл бұрын

    I want to do this. I'm going to do this.

  • @geoffgeoff143
    @geoffgeoff1433 жыл бұрын

    I love petrology. I love figuring out how stuff works and that includes Earth.

  • @user-tt9iq6jq9c
    @user-tt9iq6jq9c Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video! I’m very interested in geology it seems to be the only thing I will study on my own 😅

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    If geology is your passion, work will seem like play :)

  • @yangliu8486
    @yangliu84862 жыл бұрын

    I'm a college,student from China, thanks for your video sir, it helped me understand geology briefly!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great. I hope it helps you to decide on a career path.

  • @haiperbus
    @haiperbus13 күн бұрын

    Ive been fascinated by earth science since I was 3, making my own doodles of Mt st helens magma chambers before I could read. But life happened and now I'm 23 with nothing but a high school GED. Then there's the fact that most geology jobs are just being a scout for mining corperations as opposed to actual scientific research for the sake of knowledge.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    13 күн бұрын

    There is a big variety of jobs with the Geologist label. The amount of science you use is pretty much up to you.

  • @sanskriti8740
    @sanskriti8740 Жыл бұрын

    You are inspiring sir that's all I will say until I become someone significant to visit you in person with some of the specimens that might interest you Respect from India 🙏

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Specimens are the best way to learn and to teach.

  • @seanhanley3421
    @seanhanley3421 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Sean.

  • @ghostduck1938
    @ghostduck19384 ай бұрын

    I spent a lot of my life telling myself I could never be a scientist because of my learning disabilities, but I’m about to go to college and I’m realizing I’m not as bad at school stuff as I thought I was. I like science and I’ve worked hard at getting better. I don’t know if I’ll go into geology or other forms of science but I might give it a shot and this video was helpful.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    4 ай бұрын

    You dont have to be a genius. If you are good at seeing patterns in nature then geology might be a good fit.

  • @user-hb2ku5oq5r
    @user-hb2ku5oq5rАй бұрын

    So intresting¡¡Thank you¡¡

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Ай бұрын

    Thankyou for taking the time to comment.

  • @ianblease9316
    @ianblease9316 Жыл бұрын

    The Grasberg mine story is incredible, field geology at it's finest

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    The discovery story, the geology of the orebody and the fights for control are all feature film scripts in the making!

  • @ianblease9316

    @ianblease9316

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GeologyUpSkill Definitely an epic endeavour

  • @gunner_melon445
    @gunner_melon4454 ай бұрын

    This makes me want to do it even more

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    4 ай бұрын

    Then you probably have the right stuff!

  • @Nte67
    @Nte675 ай бұрын

    And I currently don't have any experience in the field that's why I'm seeking this opportunity to navigate the journey of having a good career as a Geologist. Thank you

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    4 ай бұрын

    I hope this video helps you along that path!

  • @wadoid4239
    @wadoid4239 Жыл бұрын

    I finished high school a year ago and I graduated from geography also. Currently learning to become a vet assistant (I chose this because I didn't really have any idea what do I want to study later) and I'm into geology like I've never before. I want to study it but I don't know if I've got what it takes since I was bad at chemistry, math wasn't my favourite subject and I didn't care much about physics either. Now I regret for not paying attention and studying hard.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    If it really inspires you, all of those things can be overcome. You don't have to be a great mechanic to drive a car well.

  • @pastagone
    @pastagone5 ай бұрын

    thank you uncle, I really appreciate your hard work in making this video, actually, I probably will enter the Geology major so that's why I searched about it

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    5 ай бұрын

    Thats great. It can be a very rewarding career.

  • @simonsadler9360
    @simonsadler93606 ай бұрын

    Lots of copper in Poland easily found because of one special plant that lives nearby . I find all science interesting , the rate of a pendulum variable because of the force of gravity varies 2 Pi root L over g & a long pendulum show earth rotation . I studied Machine tools ,then worked at a place that made radio push button tuners & at Plantpack Mundon essex vac & pressure forming of seed trays & until I retired to move to Spain at 58 worked at Calorex heat pumps in Maldon Essex elec circuit designer , then later with my friend Peter Montague the plumber installed "No leak "A/ C .2 Lathes here , just love Engineering . Was Apprentice at long gone Cromptons in Chelmsford in the measurement section R & D 62 to 65 m we had free University education at Chelmsford poly technic gained my BSc .Hope this is not too boring , but engraved on a brass plare above our door was our motto still used today " Necesitat non habet legem "

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    6 ай бұрын

    Have you seen my video about Australian copper plants? kzread.info/dash/bejne/eGuisJqmhZaYo6Q.html

  • @simonsadler9360
    @simonsadler93606 ай бұрын

    I live in Spain in the village of Gaianes & often find small limestone rocks with a gold glitter & what must be Qwartz cristal , the mountain to the north is Benicadell ,Arabic for son of the beneficent & surely is ,we have very cheap hard water ,& underground seepage for our olive trees , a bumper harvest on Roman built terraces the ones high up on the mountain level to within 3 cm , the best olive oil in the world sweet & low acid & in Small quantities drinkable . Olive trees originated from Syria. Brought her by Roman sailors , one variety that we cant get is one that when ripe is sweet & apart fron the seed is edible .An interesting Geological question , how did olive trees sudden become .Olive flowers are fertilised by a tiny fly .When I lived in Holland on sea , mum still alive & stepfather too , in the garage was a cracked in half meteorite he found on a Maidstone park , goldish colour the size of a small sausage , The periodic table of elements is growing due to finds in meteorites !

  • @shahulshaik1059
    @shahulshaik105918 күн бұрын

    Kudos to all geologists 🎉

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    16 күн бұрын

    Thanks. Much appreciated.

  • @littlebigcomrade
    @littlebigcomrade Жыл бұрын

    I do have an interest in geology but moreso geography, I am currently trying to combine art (graphic design) and GIS as a potential career, because I love the visual aspect and I feel not many people have combined those two fields much. I am going to take a course evaluating what I want to do as a career to see if I can make it work. This video was very helpful, thank you for making the world a better place.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    That sounds like a good approach. If you identify what you are good at and how you can make a career out of it, then work will be fun.

  • @Jack7wn48f6
    @Jack7wn48f62 ай бұрын

    15 right now and always had perfect scores for geology and liked it. I also love exploring the world. So i think it outweighs the cons

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 ай бұрын

    If you enjoy what you do, you'll never work a day in your life :)

  • @dribanlycan
    @dribanlycan Жыл бұрын

    i just really like rocks and also learning things

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    So do I. Those are great attributes for geology!

  • @granvillestout2681
    @granvillestout26817 ай бұрын

    An inspiring video.😄

  • @heezyyyy
    @heezyyyyКүн бұрын

    Im a mining engineering graduate but our studies is almost 50% geology!!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Күн бұрын

    That's great. It's a lot easier to work with rocks when you understand where they came from.

  • @butterofthepeanut3444
    @butterofthepeanut34442 жыл бұрын

    This makes me want to become one really badly now, currently I am applying and calling universities to see which courses are the best for this career. Edit: that sounded kinda like im jumping into it but Ive been thinking about it for a while now

  • @naylaraissa
    @naylaraissa3 жыл бұрын

    this looks fun

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's why I keep doing it!

  • @QuakingShaka
    @QuakingShaka2 жыл бұрын

    I’m a geologist from Canada, been working in min-ex for a few months now. My dream is to work in Australia

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Australia is a great place to work and there is a big demand for geologists now. It's a pity international travel is so difficult.

  • @m.t.vandersmookie1150
    @m.t.vandersmookie11502 жыл бұрын

    I’m in 8th grade and I really wanna be a geologist so thx for the video

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Go for it. We need more geologists!

  • @chuckinchina6926
    @chuckinchina692610 ай бұрын

    I was originally going to double major in geology and a foreign language, but ran out of money and time so I settled for a minor instead. In graduate school I was able to research a field of my choice, as long as I conducted my research in Chinese, I chose to research water issues in rural China. I was planning on continuing to study hydrology in China, but my plans were cut short by the pandemic, and also a desire to work to provide a future for myself and my fiancee. For now I have a comfy job as an English teacher, but I just had a conversation the other day with my fiancee, and she is encouraging me to continue my studies. I think she's right. So I'm planning on working for a few more years, and then going back to school to finish what I started. I've been thinking it might be a good idea to get some books and do a little self-study in my free time, just to refresh my memory on things, anyone have any recommendations?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    10 ай бұрын

    Geology is a less stable source of income than teaching, but if you love what you do, there is always a way.

  • @toriholliday

    @toriholliday

    9 ай бұрын

    you got this!!!!

  • @rubycarlile2420
    @rubycarlile2420 Жыл бұрын

    I'm in!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Great. It's the best job in the world!

  • @adahripfoze
    @adahripfoze2 жыл бұрын

    Very interesting presentation... It seems you are leaning on Quartz ribs/Dolostone or dolomite.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    The outcrops at the start of the video are actually gossans after serpentinite ultramafic rocks. They have strong carbonate alteration which makes a similar weathering pattern to dolomitic rocks.

  • @elliotfryatt454
    @elliotfryatt454 Жыл бұрын

    I’m currently studying geology and astrophysics at uni in the UK. I love geology, more specifically planetary geology; however I don’t know of anyone who knows the specifics about this field of geoscience…

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    It's not my field either, but it is becoming progressively more popular as we send more vehicles with more and better sensors to other planets and other celestial bodies. Some of them are now bringing back samples that give us a unique perspective on the world, the universe and everything!

  • @12marshy1
    @12marshy12 жыл бұрын

    My step daughter is very interested in the geology. As my background is in the resource industry I am a hundred percent behind her she is only in high school but is looking for future education where she can meet her Gold's and dreams becoming a geologist.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great. This is a great time to study geology. There are lots of jobs in many sectors for this profession now and for the future.

  • @alvinlevie9109

    @alvinlevie9109

    2 жыл бұрын

    You guys are helping destroy the earth:)

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    We are all part of the resource matrix. We drive cars, we use phones, we live in houses we eat food from mechanized farms. All of those things consume mineral resources. The challenge is how to do that with the least impact possible and geologists in many disciplines are at the front end of that challenge.

  • @alvinlevie9109

    @alvinlevie9109

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GeologyUpSkill what geology disciplines are environmentally friendly?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@alvinlevie9109 Marine geology and Sedimentology are the frontline for climate research before human records began. Mineral exploration geologists are the front line finding resources of lithium, copper and a host of other metals that are required to build low carbon energy systems and infrastructure.

  • @aiden19
    @aiden19 Жыл бұрын

    I want to become geologist, I was interested in it from my childhood, I hope i would get into it.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you succeed. It is a very interesting career that can take you anywhere you want to go.

  • @rodriguezdiego1d300
    @rodriguezdiego1d30017 күн бұрын

    Future geologys here !

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    16 күн бұрын

    Great. Thats exactly what we need!

  • @yasingunaydiin
    @yasingunaydiin Жыл бұрын

    Great video. Do you think a 4th year translation student who has been interested in maps since childhood can slowly do something in this field? I have a whole life ahead of me, why stick to one thing? :)

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Plenty of people take up geology after studying something else. Translation might be good because geology is basically reading the language of the earth written in stone ;)

  • @ascendseraph7834
    @ascendseraph78342 жыл бұрын

    just started my first semester and I'm 21. Hoping I can graduate and do this type of work

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hope you enjoy the study and your future career. The best job in the world!

  • @tactical12

    @tactical12

    2 жыл бұрын

    I started college as an engineer and realized it wasn’t for me and I wanted to go into a science. So I picked Geology and I’ll be graduating with my degree in a year. Geology has SO many different career options from Exploration to Gemologist, you could even work at a museum. I’m going to be working in the mining sector. Depending on your school the geology courses are small so you can really get to know your professors. Don’t give up and you’ll enjoy it, I Do!

  • @higftr953
    @higftr9534 ай бұрын

    I know be a geologist it's not easy, but on my deep heart say , i Will enjoy it, and i love it. My heart beating when i heard, feel, or saw about geology, it's like i always beating when i find my crush, and now i know, geology it's my crush!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    4 ай бұрын

    If you love what you do. You will never work a day in your life.

  • @bruceanderson7762
    @bruceanderson7762 Жыл бұрын

    Thx...I was there about 60 years ago...if I live to 120...might make it yet.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    10 ай бұрын

    🤣

  • @alray8982
    @alray8982 Жыл бұрын

    I've got 1 year to choose my lifepath. I'm extremely passionate about mountaineering, climbing, the outdoors and mountains. I'm a science lover and am in love with maps. Would this be a great field to be out in the wilderness on a daily basis? If so what are some great colleges to choose from? (Europe/America)

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds like you have a great combination of skills and passion for exploration geology. The best college is the one with the most enthusiastic people. Look at their websites to see what the people are working on and then email the people who work on projects you like. Go to the college where you get the most enthusiastic response.

  • @Rijaswaan
    @Rijaswaan3 ай бұрын

    Yes yes yes❤❤❤

  • @Adventist811
    @Adventist811 Жыл бұрын

    This is amazing,I want to study geology at Oxford university

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Go for it. We need more geologists!

  • @matthewrayner571

    @matthewrayner571

    2 ай бұрын

    This is a year late, but go for it! I'm at Cambridge at the moment and have been sidetracked from what initially seemed like a career in physics by the allure of the rocks. I've never been happier. Let me know if you make it!

  • @historicalfacts7609
    @historicalfacts76099 ай бұрын

    Geography and geology is so related

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    9 ай бұрын

    There is good reason that they share the same prefix.

  • @strat2tele
    @strat2tele11 ай бұрын

    So I love to look on google earth for signs of ancient waterlines, waterways, looking at sand dunes trying to figure out if they were formed by water or wind, trying to find the remnants of ancient flooding or weather events. Is there a term for ancient or historical geology or does the understanding of the past state of our planet tie right in to geology as a whole? Also you have a new subscriber and lifelong fan with me. Cheers from Maine

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much! What you are describing is probably closer to paleogeomorphology, but that merges with geology as the rocks get older.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    11 ай бұрын

    You might enjoy this video about some mud cracks preserved for around 200 million years! kzread.info/dash/bejne/aKKsyrGzl5PJotY.html

  • @aleccsandra
    @aleccsandra Жыл бұрын

    Hello! I have been documenting myself about this domain, geology, and I come to realise this is something I want to pursue. Although, I want to know, what is the most notable difference between engineering geology and geology? And which one you think its the most interesting? Thank you ! :)

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Engineering geology is mostly to do with the physical properties of rocks where they are involved in various construction type projects. Geology is pretty much everything else to do with understanding how rocks formed and what they can tell us about the past and future. Exploration Geology (my field) is about finding mineral resources in rocks.

  • @bigdog4166
    @bigdog4166 Жыл бұрын

    Great video how would you suggest someone to learn about geology by themselves before they delve into actually becoming a geologist to make sure its the right carrer for them and they enjoy it.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    There are some good introductory geology videos on youtube now for many branches of geology.

  • @m.t.4018
    @m.t.4018 Жыл бұрын

    I am a sophomore in highschool. In my junior and senior years, I plan on taking HL Computer Science, HL Chemistry, HL Geography, SL AA Math. Are these good choices if I were to be in the field of geology? Would universities accept this even if I don't take HL Math?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Check with the universities where you might study and ak what the requirements are for entry. My undergraduate university required physics, chemistry and maths to enter their geology degree course.

  • @valkyriereader
    @valkyriereader Жыл бұрын

    Is it very difficult to find a job more specific to seismology or volcanology?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Most of those jobs are in academia, but there is an increasing demand for them in the risk assessment area for government organizations and insurance companies, particularly if you have some other qualifications or experience to broaden your knowledge.

  • @artcls
    @artcls24 күн бұрын

    Hello, sir! I want to ask you out more about geologists who are working with data and information with computers and programs. Is this type of work exists only in an office format, or can it be done from houses? Is this a high level in career or you can specialise on it sooner? Sorry if these questions aren't formulated good enough, i know a little in these theme and want to ask you about it overall! Thank you!

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    24 күн бұрын

    There are a few geoscientists working from home on data, but most of them started out working in an office amd moved to home base after gaining a lot of experience in an office.

  • @Nte67
    @Nte675 ай бұрын

    I studied Geology and am currently running my masters in environmental geology

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    4 ай бұрын

    Fortunately there are many branches of geology to fit a wide variety of characters.

  • @flyingsheep9252
    @flyingsheep925227 күн бұрын

    Hello, I’m currently a Jr in high school and I have been interested in geology since a young age. Last year when I was thinking about what I should do in the future, geology seemed to be the one carrer that kept coming up. Is there anything I should do or try before I apply to university’s for geology? Thanks

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    27 күн бұрын

    Just check with the university what subjects are required from school. It sounds like you were born to be a geologist!

  • @michaelkaiser4674
    @michaelkaiser467419 күн бұрын

    5x5 Datil NM

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    19 күн бұрын

    Geology takes you to those places!

  • @pandictilypandictily8824
    @pandictilypandictily88242 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like a fit...

  • @kasnarfburns210
    @kasnarfburns2103 жыл бұрын

    I gather the narrator is Australian. There was a geologist featured in a recent documentary -- Picture A Scientist -- which was very interesting albeit the thrust of the documentary was a TOTALLY separate subject.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I am an Australian. It would be interesting to see how KZread's auto caption generator handles my accent!

  • @_Aloyaa__
    @_Aloyaa__2 жыл бұрын

    I'm a general Geologist and stuck.. Wanna do MA but I'm still not sure about the niche or the major i want In the same time I'm a girl who lives in a community that girls can't do jobs like exploration

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's a tough one. There are lots of opportunities for exploration geologists around the world now, but travel issues are making it difficult to take advantage of them. I would always advise students to pursue what interests them. If your job is interesting, it will always be easy.

  • @dawnrock2391
    @dawnrock23913 жыл бұрын

    Hey, I was really wondering - is it possible to keep a relationship? It seems hard to be separated for long times. I would love a job like that, and the one thing I'm concerned most about is the relationship with a partner.

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    3 жыл бұрын

    That is a tough side to the job, particularly in the exploration sector where work rotations tend to be longer and sites tend to be more remote. With that said, most sites these days have reasonable internet connectivity which makes video calls possible and that is a real savior for relationships. Geology jobs in mining and other sectors tend to have much shorter rotations now so family life is not quite so disjointed.

  • @dawnrock2391

    @dawnrock2391

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GeologyUpSkill late reply, but thanks so much for the information!

  • @qyz3517
    @qyz3517 Жыл бұрын

    I have a question that is related to geology. Q) give me 5 most active areas that is 50 to 50km

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    If you draw a 50km circle around the largest mines, that will be a close approximation.

  • @adamhilverts1429
    @adamhilverts1429 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for posting this, Geology is a passion of mine so far i've yet to do the studies for it being 27 is it to late to study? I have so many stones that i just collected that are so strange here in Ipswich QLD some of them magnitise to things and others look like they've been bubbled over some have shells with it almost looks like petrified wood or bone with shells inside of them aged corrosion and blue and have holes all over the surfaces of them. some of them look so strange i was just wondering if you'd be able to help me identify them, if there's a place i'm able to contact you or someone here in Ipswtich i really think this is something, and the passion just keeps me diggin somewhere i know no research about but assured that there's more. i'd love to see what these are, because there's flakes and glimmers throughout most of these stones but its not gold nor silver but shines like steel in the sun. my first thought was a meteor but i ruled that out because i guess its near impossible to find but the magnetized large rocks sway my convincing prediction of a meteor

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    27 is not too old to study geology if it is your passion. I studied with several "mature age" students at university. Their more worldly perspective gave them some advantages over us greenhorns. All of the rocks and minerals you describe (including the magnetic ones) are formed by earth processes. No meteorite required, as you will discover if you study geology!

  • @gpsguidedsimpson

    @gpsguidedsimpson

    Жыл бұрын

    27 too old? haha I’m 62 and i’m studying geology. but in books and internet mostly. i’m always wandering in the woods anyway i might as well do something useful there since i don’t fish or hunt. i often drag my 89 year old dad with me too he also not to old

  • @gpsguidedsimpson

    @gpsguidedsimpson

    Жыл бұрын

    i don’t know about your part of the country, but here you can take your rock to the local prospectors club or meeting. they love show and tell on rocks . Don’t be surprised if you get two different answers though.

  • @akshayashanmughansayashan3455
    @akshayashanmughansayashan3455 Жыл бұрын

    I'm a Bvoc Software Development graduate I want to become a Geologist. What should I do? Is it possible to do PG in Geology?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    It depends on the education system where you are. There are lots of opportunities for people with software skills in the geo industries now.

  • @laosgpsmap7494
    @laosgpsmap74943 жыл бұрын

    Excellent work! I wanna be a Geo

  • @simonsadler9360

    @simonsadler9360

    6 ай бұрын

    Depends where you are , just in my Valencian community 38,450 free University places & believe me such intelligent students discoveries that will save lives the Valencian region has more mountains than all in Europe ,by calculations of Ave length width & height of limestone there are hundreds of trillions of limestone Rock .In the NW of the Valencian province is an extinct volcano thar sill pumps out hot mineral spring & people pay to use & l believe the separate water I'd drinkable ! Our world is a marvel !

  • @nibiruresearch
    @nibiruresearch3 жыл бұрын

    I know of a missing link in the education of geologists. When we look at the many horizontal layers that we find throughout our planet, we clearly see the effect of a repeating cataclysm. These disasters are mentioned in ancient books like the Mahabharata of India and the Popol Vuh of the Mayans and others. They tell us about a cycle of seven disasters that separate the eras from the world. Certainly, regularly recurring global disasters cannot be caused by asteroid impacts or volcanic eruptions. The only possible cause is another celestial body, a planet, orbiting our sun in an eccentric orbit. Then it is close to the sun for a short period and after the crossing at a very high speed it disappears into the universe for a long time. Planet 9 exists, but it seems invisible. These disasters cause a huge tidal wave of seawater that washes over land "above the highest mountains." At the end it covers the earth with a layer of mud, a mixture of sand, clay, lime, fossils of marine and terrestrial animals and meteorites. They also create a cycle of civilizations. To learn much more about the recurring flood cycle and its chronology, the re-creation of civilizations and ancient high technology, read the e-book: "Planet 9 = Nibiru". It can be read on any computer, tablet or smartphone. Search: invisible nibiru 9

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    3 жыл бұрын

    Testing of theories like that is precisely what geologists do. The evidence is in the rocks. If you are keen to find the real answers for yourself, then I recommend that you study geology!

  • @dhachubts499
    @dhachubts499 Жыл бұрын

    I want join in nasa and I Hava a degree in geology what's are the careers available for this degree in nasa?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Planetary geology is a thing and NASA employs lots of them.

  • @parbinnnpandey49
    @parbinnnpandey492 жыл бұрын

    In which countries there is demand of geologist sir? Can you give your views regarding geoscience in master's degree? Your regular follower😊

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Companies based in Australia, Canada and US are the most active, but they have projects in many countries. The most important thing is which countries you can travel to most easily.

  • @thatnormalguy9
    @thatnormalguy92 жыл бұрын

    2:48 i died. the delivery is too wild

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's the aim of the video to help people decide if geology is the career for them.

  • @mosuahassn3922
    @mosuahassn39222 жыл бұрын

    What is the salaty of the gelogest in US /texass

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    I don't have any experience working in salaried positions in the US. Can someone else help with an answer?

  • @snoosebaum995
    @snoosebaum995 Жыл бұрын

    how often do you use calculus in your work ?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    Not at all, but I understand how it works so that helps me to understand when I'm talking to an engineer or assessing a calculated resource.

  • @sirephraimsfamily4564
    @sirephraimsfamily4564 Жыл бұрын

    am a geologist and would like someone to link me with any geology company please, will apreciate🙏🙏

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    I suggest that you start using LinkedIn if you aren't already. It is a good place to see what companies ore active on projects that might suit you.

  • @samsue1224
    @samsue12242 жыл бұрын

    Sign me up Great vid, thanks

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Go for it!

  • @patrickschreiber6067
    @patrickschreiber60672 жыл бұрын

    How would you assess the possibilities of a European graduate student geologist to find a job in the mining industry in australia?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    If you can get here, you are hired!

  • @patrickschreiber6067

    @patrickschreiber6067

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GeologyUpSkill no kidding ? i just did my master but is was more focused on oil and gas. i i actually have lived in australia before, just as a backpacker though. Since then i fantasised about emigrating .... so, let's suppose i just pack my things and fly to australia, drop off my c.v. at a, let's say, rio tinto office and i would be hired without much ecperience ? sounds too good to be true haha. also, isn't there a policy that open positions have to be filled by austrlians first or if no australian citizen applies, only then foreigners are considered ?

  • @nickgeomap

    @nickgeomap

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@patrickschreiber6067 It would probably be a good idea to contact a few of the geological contracting agencies first. They are very hungry for people with a geology degree right now.

  • @patrickschreiber6067

    @patrickschreiber6067

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nickgeomap I assume you are an aussie? :D Could you name a few?

  • @pablomendez5410
    @pablomendez54102 жыл бұрын

    So I think this career is made by fate, because my first actual job is utility locating and really opened my eyes to this field so how do I involve into it lol

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Studying geology at university is usually the way to go and choosing subjects that reflect the parts of geology that interest you most.

  • @dd_chanelfor_success
    @dd_chanelfor_success Жыл бұрын

    What is planetary geologist and what they do 🤧

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    Жыл бұрын

    They study the rocks and minerals from planets and asteroids to try and understand how and when they formed. This field of study provides very useful information on how and when the Earth formed.

  • @jeetghosh8860
    @jeetghosh88602 жыл бұрын

    I'm studying statistics,can I switch to geology anyhow anytime soon?

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ask your student representative or head of department. It will depend on the prerequisites for eac course at your university g.

  • @bassguitarislife3419
    @bassguitarislife34192 жыл бұрын

    0:54 “it’s Nutella” 😆

  • @nicktate2089

    @nicktate2089

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep. You have to learn the taste test!

  • @Nte67
    @Nte678 ай бұрын

    I want to connect with you I love what you doing i really want a mentor in this field. Thank you

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    8 ай бұрын

    I have done some in person mentoring in the past, but I found I could reach a lot more people by making videos. I still do some ad-hoc face to face training during my consulting work for clients if they have young geologists on the team.

  • @RohitYadav-kw1bc
    @RohitYadav-kw1bc2 жыл бұрын

    Sir I'm in India right now But there no scope in geology So I think I go in abroad for studies Please tell where I go and what to do ? Please tell

  • @GeologyUpSkill

    @GeologyUpSkill

    2 жыл бұрын

    There is much demand for geologists outside India now. The bottom line is to focus on the countries where you can most easily travel and then make contact with exploration and mining companies that have operations in those countries.

  • @RohitYadav-kw1bc

    @RohitYadav-kw1bc

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GeologyUpSkill I like to go in japan country but there about huge amount of cost releved.so i need scholarship for go