Undergraduate study in Geology
What can you study in Geology?
This specialisation will provide you with a strong foundation in the following topics:
- Geological skills
- Earth history
- Rocks and minerals
- Earth structure and tectonics
We’ve created a compulsory course in field and laboratory geology skills, which will provide you with an opportunity for advanced practice and research preparation. In your fourth year, you’ll tackle an independent research project and dissertation under the guidance of an academic mentor.
Where can undergraduate study in Geology take you?
Geologists are in demand globally. From meeting challenges associated with sustaining energy supplies and new infrastructure development, to developing low-carbon economies, and understanding, and mitigating against changing climates, there are many exciting opportunities available.
Our geologists find employment locally and internationally, working for environmental consultancies, engineering companies, the resource/ energy sector, and for local authorities and the central government.
Where our Geology graduates work
- Environmental management
- Land development, engineering geological ground investigations
- Natural hazards monitoring, management and mitigation
- Sustainable mineral exploration and extraction
- Groundwater management
Further study options
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science
- Master of Science
- Master of Engineering Geology
- Doctor of Philosophy
Scholarships and awards
Each year we award scholarships and prizes to thousands of students.
Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for, search available scholarships or begin an application by visiting Scholarships and awards.
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