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Paleontologist

  1. What is a paleontologist?
  2. If I want to study or have a career in paleontology, what
    classes should I take in middle or high school?
  3. At the university level, what courses should I take?
  4. What are the educational requirements for becoming
    a professional paleontologist?
  5. Where do paleontologists work?
  6. How much is a paleontologist paid?
  7. Where can I find more information on paleontology?

At the university level, what courses should I take?

To become a paleontologist, college students need to first follow the undergraduate course of study recommended by the geology departments in their colleges and universities. In their undergraduate program, they will need to have a concentration in life sciences, as well as geology. Frequently offered courses can include those in paleobotany, invertebrate paleontology, vertebrate paleontology, and evolution. Students will be able to focus more on paleontology-related courses in their advanced degree programs.

 

 

NRCS workers inventory plant and soils on Alaska Native lands. ©  NRCS Image courtesy of the Earth Science World Image Bank photo id: hkeb7a

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