I'm going to the university this fall, and I'm having a hard time deciding if Geology is the right path. Right now I'm on the first of five years towards becoming a computer engineer, but I really don't like office-environments and working in front of computer-screens can be quite energy-draining (although I really like to work with computers).
To be honest, I've never had a great interest in rocks (well I find most things related to natural science to be interesting, but for me there are more interesting fields like for example Biology. I also know there is a lot more to Geology). But then, the job-description sounds amazing.
Why I'm considering Geology:
* I love to be outdoors.
* I love problem-solving.
* I've always found subjects touching natural science to be interesting.
* I LOVE To travel.
* I really don't enjoy office-environments.
* Photography is something I really enjoy, and I'm thinking it's possible to combine this hobby with my work when traveling.
I'm thinking about prospecting/mineralogy. As I understand it, you get to travel a lot, work outside in the field, it's somewhat well paid and it offers both problem-solving and great variation.
Does this sound about right? Is this a realistic view of what it's like to work with prospecting? Could this career fit me even if I'm not in love with rocks?
Appreciate your help![]()