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About the course
This postgraduate Master of Ore Deposit Geology builds advanced expertise in economic geology and mineral exploration. You’ll develop an understanding of how ore deposits form and how geological, geophysical and geochemical information is used to find and evaluate mineral resources. The course is delivered on campus in Perth and is designed to broaden specialist capability for work in exploration-focused environments in the geosciences. The programme deepens scientific methodology, data interpretation, and applied research skills for laboratory and field-based careers.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles across the minerals and exploration sector, applying ore deposit and exploration methods to real projects. Career pathways commonly include mineral exploration geologist, mine geology or resource evaluation roles, and positions supporting geoscience data interpretation using geological, geophysical and geochemical approaches. This is a 1-year Masters course in geoscience designed for careers in ore deposit geology and mineral exploration. Preparing graduates for research scientist, laboratory leadership, and specialist technical roles in the sciences.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
