Master of Earth & Environmental Sciences

About the course

The Master of Earth and Environmental Sciences builds advanced capability across key earth and environmental sub-disciplines, including environmental science, earth science, life sciences, conservation and research practice. You’ll study an integrated first-year core that highlights connections between fields, then apply contemporary tools such as drones, AI and coding for scientific data collection and analysis, with a focus on responsible research and work-ready skills. This is a Masters degree in environmental science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across environmental and geoscience sectors, applying advanced field, analytical and data-driven skills to real-world problems. Career paths include environmental scientist, engineering geologist, exploration/field geologist, geochemist, geophysicist or geoscience technician, as well as roles in conservation and parks management. The course supports careers in industry, government and research settings. This is a Masters qualification in environmental science.

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)