Earth science or GIS minor?
Hi! I’m an undergraduate student currently in an environmental sciences degree, specializing in ecology (2nd year). I switched to ecology from a geoscience specialization and I’m rlly conflicted on what I want to do. Im rlly interested in Earth systems science, which is what got me interested in env sci, but I’ve been starting to find microbiology very interesting as-well. I know there is geo microbiology as a field which has started to pique my interest. I don’t want to switch again cause that would cause a delay as I’m already in a 5 year program but am thinking of doing a minor.
I know GIS is a heavy asset in the earth and env sci industry, especially if you are interested in field work. My uni offers a GIS speciality minor, however I just long to learn more earth science aswell. Does anyone have any insight on how helpful a GIS diploma might be or how I might be limiting my options either way? Could an ecologist do a geology masters? Im thankful for any advice!!