Master of Science with a specialisation in Geoscience
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Overview
Whatever your field of interest, from biodiversity diversity to geoscience, postgraduate study in Science broadens the mind and helps you to branch out in the direction you want to grow.
Students obtain analytical and research skills valuable within professional environments, and can gain entry into the MPhil or PhD research programs.
This course has a professional orientation and aims to cater both for new graduates and for those with longer standing qualifications who may require a refresher program.
Key features
• The part-time program is available through distance education with some on-campus attendance in the general field of applied geosciences
• The course consists of six to nine units
• A project component unit GEOS899 (12 credit points) or a MSc dissertation (16 credit points) may form an optional part of the course requirements
• This course is designed to permit individually tailored programs in consultation with the postgraduate adviser
Minimum course duration
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
The course has a professional orientation and aims to cater both for new graduates and those with longer standing qualifications who may require a refresher program.
Course fee
Student amenities fee
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Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with a major in Geoscience.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required.
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 32 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above designated as Science | 28 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Master requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this master.
| 800 level or above | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | one of | 32cp at 800 level or above | |||
| 32cp at 800 level or above including 1 specialisation | |||||
| 32cp at 800 level or above including 2 specialisations | 32 | ||||
Specialisation requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this specialisation
| 800 level or above | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | GEOS800 | Earth Science Project | 4 | ||
| Required | GEOS811 | Field Techniques in Geoscience | 4 | ||
| Required | 16cp from | ENV808 | Introduction to Geographic Information Science for Postgraduates | ||
| ENVE853 | Environmental Applications of GIS and Remote Sensing | ||||
| GEOS804 | Advanced Field Mapping | ||||
| GEOS807 | Problems in Sedimentary Geology | ||||
| GEOS809 | Geophysics Laboratory Project | ||||
| GEOS813 | Geophysics Reading Project | ||||
| GEOS814 | Volcanic Geology B | ||||
| GEOS876 | Advanced Geochemical Applications and Techniques | ||||
| GEOS899 | Geoscience Research Topic | ||||
| GEOS901 | Problems in the Earth Sciences | ||||
| GEOS891 | Research Project | ||||
| GSE805 | Air and Water Quality | ||||
| GSE807 | Environmental Measurement and Analysis | ||||
| GSE845 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 16 | |||
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- consulting
- environmental advising
- mine geology
- oil and gas exploration
- State and Commonwealth geological surveys
Employers
- CSIRO
- marine parks authorities
- mining and exploration companies
- National Parks and Wildlife Service

