Undergraduate
Bachelor of Applied Geology
Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
Curtin University's Bachelor of Applied Geology degree. Geology is the study of the Earth and its resources. This course combines a comprehensive background in geological principles with a practical emphasis on mineral, energy and groundwater resources and their environmental management. It is designed to produce career-ready professionals trained to discover new resources, and develop and manage these resources in an environmentally responsible manner. Students who excel are also well placed to further their knowledge through our honours and research programs. This course may be combined in double degree programs with Environmental Biology and Finance. Bachelor Degrees prepare students to develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills in a discipline for professional work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 7 qualifications.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- Year 1: Dynamic Earth
- Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM
- Fundamentals of Geology
- Planetary Science Year 2: Field Geology Techniques
- Introduction to Geophysical Exploration Methods
- Mineralogy and Geochemistry
- Structural Geology
- Earth Resources and Sustainability
- Geological Field Mapping
- Petrology
- Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
Admissions
Applicants require Mathematics Applications ATAR or an equivalent WACE Mathematics qualification. STAT elements considered are E and V and Q. Portfolio entry also considered. Applicants for a Bachelor Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; and include flexible entry pathways.
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