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About the course
This applied geology stream provides broad coverage of applied geoscience, with a focus on mineral exploration and extraction methods, groundwater resources, environmental geoscience and sustainability. It is studied as a structured set of related units within an eligible degree, and unit choices may vary by major and campus. This is an undergraduate geology specialisation within the Sciences discipline. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can apply applied geoscience skills across resource and environmental sectors, including mineral exploration and mining support, groundwater and hydrogeology work, and environmental monitoring and sustainability-focused geoscience roles. Potential employment spans consulting, government and industry operations where earth materials, water resources and environmental impacts are assessed. This is an undergraduate stream supporting careers in the Sciences discipline. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.
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