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About the course
Earth Sciences (Advanced) is a major within Curtin’s Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) for high-performing students. You’ll study Earth and planetary materials, environmental systems, and processes shaping climate and the biosphere. The major emphasises a flexible, research-informed learning path, with opportunities for immersive research experiences, industry placement and team-based projects within advanced Earth sciences facilities. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue roles such as earth scientist, environmental geoscientist, geochemist, hydrogeologist, geologist, geotechnical engineer or geotechnician. Career paths span mining and resources, environmental agencies, research organisations and geological surveys. This major within the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) builds strong scientific and applied skills for professional work in Earth and planetary sciences. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.
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