Linda Murphy, Geologist
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Most geologists have a Bachelor of Science degree in geology. Many universities offer these degrees as four-year programs.
Linda needed five years to complete the program because she started as a mature student. She needed to upgrade some of her education before she could take certain courses.
Linda was hired by the Government of Manitoba as soon as she graduated. Although Linda knows she could make more money working for a private company, she prefers working for the provincial government. She says that with the government she has job security and the opportunity to be mentored.