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Overview
Important
As of 2013, this course will only be available for continuing Bachelor of Applied Science students and those students who are commencing with advanced standing of 96 credit points of first year units. New students should refer to ST01 Bachelor of Science. Please contact sef.enquiry@qut.edu.au for any enquiries.
- Specialise in identifying and analysing earth materials, sedimentary environments, geological processes, petrology, geochemistry, exploration geophysics relevant to the mining, coal, petroleum and/or hydrogeology-environmental industries
- Gain experience in subsurface analysis and mapping, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and computer-based geographical information systems
- Prepares you for a career as a geoscientific consultant, exploration geologist, or expert in computing, data modelling and remote sensing
- Graduate eligible for membership of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Australian Institute of Geoscientists, and the Geological Society of Australia
| QTAC course code | 418011 |
| QUT course code | SC01 |
| Attendance | Part-time or Full-time |
| Course duration | 3 years full-time
6 years part-time |
| Start month |
2013
February, July
Note: This course has been replaced by ST01 Bachelor of Science. However if you are offered a second or third year place you will be admitted to this course instead as only the first year of ST01 Bachelor of Science will be offered in 2013. |
| Deferment | You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year. |
| Delivery |
On campus
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| Course contact |
Student Business Services (SBS) Admissions:
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| CRICOS code | 003502J |
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Details
Geoscience is critical for Australia’s future sustainable development. Geoscientists play a leading role in studying climate change and managing environmental issues such as chronic water shortage, dry land salinity and coastal development. Geological resources are also a major building block of the nation’s economy.
Geoscience provides us with an understanding of earth materials, the natural processes acting in and upon the earth, and its history. You will gain the skills needed to become a professional geologist with special emphasis on the industry-related, hands-on skills acquired through laboratory work and field studies for both resource exploration and environmental applications.
Why choose this course?
There is currently a shortage of geoscientists in Australia, both in environmental and resource areas. The geoscience major at QUT has been designed to provide hands-on practical skills and field experiences using real-world industry examples and materials. The program provides the fundamental background for you to pursue a geoscience career and has particular strengths in the areas of coal and petroleum resource geology, hydrogeology, and environmental geology—areas of particular importance to Queensland. Many lecturers maintain close links with industry by undertaking consulting projects for industry, government and community groups, or teaching specialist short courses to industry professionals. The applied geology second major is designed to complement the geoscience major.
Career outcomes
Employment opportunities exist within a variety of government organisations and consulting companies with work ranging from field geologists to research scientists. Exploration geologists are employed by mining and hydrocarbon exploration companies where they may be involved in underground geological mapping, evaluation of ore reserves, production control, or exploration for new mineral or oil and gas deposits. They may be based in remote settings or major cities. Graduates may work in computing, data modelling and remote sensing in any of those areas.
An honours degree has traditionally been required by many employers, including the larger mining and exploration companies.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Australian Institute of Geoscientists, and the Geological Society of Australia.
Units
Year 1
You will undertake introductory core studies in a range of scientific areas including life sciences, chemistry, physics, mathematics and environmental science to give you a solid foundation for your future studies. You will also select specific units that will help you decide whether to pursue career paths in exploration or environmental geoscience. Following these introductory studies you should be in a position to confirm your choice of major area of study.
Year 2
You will learn fundamental concepts and gain practical experience in identifying and analysing earth materials, both in the laboratory and in the field. At the same time, you will be introduced to the geological processes that govern the evolution of the earth’s surface (sedimentary environments). You will then be introduced to rocks and processes that occur deeper within the earth (igneous and metamorphic realms) and longer term geological processes including structural deformation and stratigraphic evolution. The year culminates with you being able to solve real-world geological problems based on data you collect in the field.
Year 3
You will receive more advanced training in the fundamental areas of petrology and geochemistry with the addition of exploration geophysics and specialised units relevant to the mining, coal, petroleum and/or hydrogeology-environmental industries. You will be introduced to techniques and case studies that will prepare you for a wide variety of career paths. At the same time, you will learn new skills in subsurface analysis and mapping, remote sensing, and spatial analysis, including computer-based geographical information systems.
Entry requirements
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- Maths B
- English
We assume that you have knowledge equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (English (4, SA) and Maths B (4, SA)). Recommended Study: At least one of Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Earth Science or Maths C.
Did you get an OP 1-5?
If you receive an OP 1-5 or equivalent, you're guaranteed an offer for this course in the major offer round.
Course fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.
2013: CSP $4200 (indicative) per Semester (48 credit points) (subject to annual review)
Student Services and Amenities Fee
You'll need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Find out if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan
Scholarships and financial support
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
You may also be eligible for Centrelink payments
Apply
How to apply for Bachelor of Applied Science (Geoscience)
You apply through QTAC for all our undergraduate courses.
Are you ready to submit your application?
You're ready if you've:
- Found all the courses you want to apply for - you can apply for up to 6.
- Checked important dates.
- Checked you meet the entry requirements.
- Checked your course costs and if you're eligible for financial support.
All done? Then you're ready to apply.
Important: Make a note of the QTAC code for this course (418011) because you'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.
After you've submitted your application to QTAC
If you've studied before or if you have at least two years' work experience, you may want to apply for credit for prior learning.
