Program Overview

This two year Masters of Geoscience course provides advanced technical and professional training for those wishing to upgrade their geology or geophysics qualifications or enter a new branch of geoscience to enhance their career prospects. Students can select either a major in Exploration and Mining Geology or Geophysics.

What you'll learn

• Have demonstrated knowledge and understanding that is founded upon and extends and/or enhances that typically associated with the bachelor-level, and that provides a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and/or applying ideas, often within a research context.
• Can apply their knowledge and understanding, and problem-solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to geoscience.
• Can communicate their conclusions, and the knowledge and rationale underpinning these, to specialist and non-specialist audiences clearly and unambiguously.
• Can integrate knowledge and handle complexity, and formulate judgements with incomplete or limited information, but that include reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgements.
• Comprehend that geoscience is an international discipline with varying perspectives as demonstrated in the diversity of opinion identified while undertaking this course.
• Have the learning skills to allow them to continue to study and practice in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous.

Major: Exploration and Mining Geology

• Apply advanced geological principles and concepts in theoretical, practical and vocational situations
• Use a range of geological data sets to allow the interpretation of mineral systems to address industry pertinent exploration problems through understanding of geological processes over a range of temporal and spatial scales
• Communicate technical research skills concisely and accurately using written, visual, and verbal means to interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies and conclusions for specialist and non-specialist audiences. Employ new and established technologies to collect and interpret geological data, recognising their strengths and limitations
• Appreciate international perspectives on geoscience and recognise the importance of global standards for collecting and reporting geological data
• Recognise the need for sustainable use of Earth resources, and value environmental, indigenous and other community perspectives on geological activities
• Work ethically and professionally with a high level of personal autonomy and collaborate with professionals across the resources value chain, prioritising safety, and recognise and implement the corporate and ethical need for accurate exploration and mining results.