The University of Western Australia
Master of Geoscience
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationKnowledge of past and present earth processes is fundamental for predicting future changes in environments and climate as well as contributing to the management of vital resources.
This course develops your abilities to gather and interpret geological information for a wide range of applications.
With the majority of Australia’s mineral and petroleum resources found in Western Australia, UWA is in a prime location for you to strengthen your geoscientific knowledge and skills in gathering and interpreting geological information for a wide range of applications.
The structure and content of this degree lets you choose coursework units across a range of geoscience subdisciplines depending on your career aspirations, including fieldwork in Australia and overseas, as well as the possibility of undertaking a research project working with internationally recognised Earth Science staff.
Delivery mode
The University of Western Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 35 Stirling Highway, Perth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
- a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and
- successfully completed prior tertiary study in geology or in a related cognate discipline as recognised by UWA.
Course fees
$14,769
$72,150
$14,769
$72,150
Career opportunities
The Master of Geoscience will prepare you for the following roles.
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientists are passionate about the natural environment and aim to protect and conserve wildlife, plants and forests, fishes, natural...
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...
Geoscientist
A Geoscientist studies the physical aspects of the Earth to understand its structure, composition, and processes. You might work in various setting...
About The University of Western Australia
Just 10 minutes from Perth city, UWA is located on the banks of the Swan River, or Derbal Yerrigan, on the land of the Whadjuk Nation.
We have the immense privilege of sitting on the sacred soil where Western Australian kaartdijin, or knowledge, began. It has been a place to gather and learn for tens of thousands of years, with stories and lessons shared from generation to generation of the world’s oldest continuous culture.
Today, we welcome you to continue seeking and sharing wisdom with us. Our students take their learning beyond the books, at the cutting edge of knowledge creation, from passionate lecturers with real industry experience and connections. We’ll support them in their learning journeys and help set them up for a career they’ll love.
The global impact of our research and education places us as a world top 100 university (QS 2024). This means students join a community of passionate, intelligent and resourceful leaders who are driving innovation and change. They’ll connect with and work alongside leaders in education, research and industry, and follow in the footsteps of our thousands of graduate success stories.
