The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Science (Earth Science)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Role of Science in Addressing Critical Issues
Most of the critical issues that face our society today require science to help find the right solutions for our current and future generations. Because this degree emphasizes problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking, graduates are sought after across a range of sectors.
Courses in Earth Sciences
These are courses currently available in "Earth Sciences":
- Environmental Economics: This course introduces you to an economic and policy-oriented approach for exploring the environmental system and the role of government in using natural and environmental resources. It provides a deeper understanding of global perspectives on contemporary environmental and natural resource issues and appropriate economic concepts, models, and tools for analyzing environmental and natural resource problems.
- Soil Properties and Processes: This fundamental practical course introduces students to a broad range of subject matter from four sub-disciplines of soil science that include Soil Physics, Soil Chemistry, Soil Biology, and Soil Resources in Australia. Students study soil characteristics and seek to understand their relationship to soil function, land use, plant growth, and environmental quality and protection.
- Spatial Science: Due to the rapid growth of easily accessible high-quality spatial data, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are widely used by private sector, government agencies, and research organizations to assist with resource and environmental management decision making.
- Catchment and Water Resource Management: The management of inland water resources requires a holistic understanding of the basic ecology of freshwater systems, factors that impact water quality, and the balance between water use by humans and maintenance of healthy aquatic habitats. This course examines ways to assess water and aquatic habitat quality and management of water resources.
- Climate Change and Resource Management: Resilience of industry and society is underpinned by infrastructure and management plans that acknowledge, quantify, and deal with climate risks. This course emphasizes the practical implications of the impacts of climate variability and change on, for example, water resources management, human health, ecological systems, and policy development.
- Earth: Natural Hazards: This course covers Earth’s natural processes and how these lead to natural hazards that impact society. Starting from geological, environmental, oceanic/hydrological, and climatological systems, this course explores why, when, and how hazards occur and turn into disasters.
Delivery mode
The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Auckland St & King St, Newcastle
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Assumed knowledge
HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent
Recommended studies
HSC Biology or equivalent, and/or HSC Chemistry or equivalent, and/or HSC Physics or equivalent, and/or HSC Earth and Environmental Science, would be a strong advantage in this program depending on the major/s you intend to complete.
English proficiency requirements
IELTS overall minimum - 6.0
IELTS section minimum - 6.0
Entry Requirements AQFStudies completed at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher provide Guaranteed Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Science (Earth Science) will prepare you for the following roles.
Earth Scientist
An Earth Scientist studies the physical aspects of the Earth, including its composition, structure, and processes. You might work in environmental...
Geologist
A Geologist studies the make up of the earth and determines its suitability for a range of industries such as mining or engineering. You might take...
Geophysicist
A Geophysicist studies the physical properties of the Earth, using techniques like seismic, magnetic, and electrical data analysis to locate natura...
Oceanographer
An Oceanographer studies the ocean’s physical, chemical, and biological properties to understand marine environments and their processes. You might...
Palaeontologist
A Palaeontologist studies the history of life on Earth through the examination of fossils. You might work in universities, museums, or research ins...
About The University of Newcastle
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