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Bachelor of Geology

Location

Townsville, Townsville, Australia
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Subject Ranking

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

37,840 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

GeologyMain Subject Area

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Geology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Build an in-depth understanding of geoscience with a focus on exploration and mining. Learn about global economic geology and participate in current geological research projects through JCU’s on-campus Economic Geology Research Centre. Consolidate theoretical learning with frequent field trips and on-site practice. JCU’s unique location and close links with exploration/mining, allied engineering industries and conservation organisations allow unique access to fascinating locations. Become a leading geoscientist. Strong industry connections ensure you are job-ready upon graduation. JCU Geology graduates are innovative, world-renowned problem-solvers working all over the world. Equip yourself with internationally-recognised training learning from lecturers who integrate their well-above-world standards research into the classroom. JCU Geology graduates are uniquely skilled with strong connections to industry and extensive experience undertaking fieldwork. Graduates pursue careers in various areas including hard-rock mining and fossil fuel exploration, mineral processing, environmental assessment or mine site remediation. Join the demand in contributing to green energy production and sourcing essential sustainable materials. You could find employment as a geoscientist, environmental geologist, management consultant, palaeontologist, teacher, or academic. Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Geology (Honours).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Geology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Build an in-depth understanding of geoscience with a focus on exploration and mining. Learn about global economic geology and participate in current geological research projects through JCU’s on-campus Economic Geology Research Centre. Consolidate theoretical learning with frequent field trips and on-site practice. JCU’s unique location and close links with exploration/mining, allied engineering industries and conservation organisations allow unique access to fascinating locations. Become a leading geoscientist. Strong industry connections ensure you are job-ready upon graduation. JCU Geology graduates are innovative, world-renowned problem-solvers working all over the world. Equip yourself with internationally-recognised training learning from lecturers who integrate their well-above-world standards research into the classroom. JCU Geology graduates are uniquely skilled with strong connections to industry and extensive experience undertaking fieldwork. Graduates pursue careers in various areas including hard-rock mining and fossil fuel exploration, mineral processing, environmental assessment or mine site remediation. Join the demand in contributing to green energy production and sourcing essential sustainable materials. You could find employment as a geoscientist, environmental geologist, management consultant, palaeontologist, teacher, or academic. Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Geology (Honours).

Admission Requirements

21+
74+
52+
6+
24+
5+
66.5+
169+
980+
Course pre-requisites: Assumed Knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C); or equivalent. Recommended: At least one of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Geography, Marine Science, Mathematical Methods, Specialist Maths or Physics (Units 3/4,C); or equivalent.

3 Years
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7,265 AUD
International
37,840 AUD

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