Department of Geology
Royal School of Environmental & Earth Sciences (RSEES)
About Department
The Department of Geology, established in October 2020, has rapidly emerged as a center of academic and research excellence. It offers B.Sc. (H) Geology aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, along with M.Sc. Geology and PhD programs. The programs are periodically updated to meet industry standards and academic requirements, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive education that prepares them for successful careers. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and research, the department is equipped with well-developed laboratory facilities featuring a comprehensive collection of mineral, rock, and fossil specimens, crystal models, and geomorphic models.
The Department of Geology focuses on a diverse range of research areas, leveraging the expertise of its faculty, which includes one Professor and seven Assistant Professors. Key research domains include Geomorphology, Earth and Climate Studies, Ore Geology and Mineral Exploration, Sedimentology and Stratigraphy, Volcanology and Petrology, Palaeomagnetism, and Palaeogeography. These research efforts ensure that the department remains at the forefront of geological sciences, contributing valuable insights and advancements to the field. Moreover, the department nurtures talent and celebrates student achievements, fostering a vibrant academic community. Notable accomplishments include success in national entrance examinations, achievements in debates and competitions, and active participation in cultural events. This blend of academic excellence, research innovation, and student engagement establishes the Department of Geology as a premier destination for geological studies and research in the region.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
- To be a leading center of geological excellence, providing globally integrated educational opportunities that empower students to become adept geoscientists, contributing to sustainable development and environmental stewardship on a national and international scale.
Our Mission
- To achieve academic excellence by delivering research-intensive programmes and integrating industry-oriented education to prepare students for successful careers in evolving geological and environmental sectors.
- To incorporate community service initiatives to instill ethical conduct, social responsibility, and compassion among our students, faculty, and staff, creating geologists who are not only technically proficient but also socially conscious.
- To give back responsible geologists who are not only academically proficient but also compassionate and ethical leaders, dedicated to making positive contributions to society and actively participating in the global community.
Courses Offered
Courses Structure and Syllabus
Events
Our Lab
Geology Laboratory
Our Geology laboratory is professional and purpose-built, consisting of two specialized sections: the Geological Sample Lab and the Petrography Lab. The labs are well-equipped with a diverse collection of crystal models, mineral, rock, and fossil specimens alongside modern analytical tools, such as Petrological Polarizing Microscopes, to help students explore the Earth's composition and history through hands-on study. It is designed to aid and guide students in identifying physical properties and microscopic characteristics, analyzing structural features, and drawing geological inferences while experimenting.
Lab Instruments Includes
- Polarizing (Petrological) Microscope
- Compensator
- Goniometer
- Opisometer
- Brunton Compass
- Clinometer
Included activities in the lab:
- Crystallographic analysis and symmetry identification using wooden crystal models
- Petrographic characterization of rocks (Megascopic & Microscopic)
- Hands-on recognition of rock-forming and ore-forming minerals, and their economic assessment
- Geological map interpretation and subsurface structural cross-section profiling, Stereonet analysis for structural orientation and tectonic data interpretation
- Palaeontological documentation of fossil morphology Fluvial morphometry, sinuosity analysis, and drainage density calculations
- Geospatial and Remote Sensing applications in terrain analysis Support for dissertation, project work, and research-based training in Geology
Our Lab Equipments
