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University of Wollongong Master of Earth and Environmental Sciences
University of Wollongong

Master of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Wollongong, Australia

2 Years

English

Full time, Part time

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AUD 52,992 / per year **

On-Campus

* Domestic Applicants (Direct): 30 June 2019. Late applications may be considered. International Applicants: 12 July 2019. Late applications may be considered.

** For Domestic Students: Session Fee is $13,248/year and Course Fee is $52,992/per year. For International Students: Session Fee is $15,384 per year and Course Fee is $61,536 per year.

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Introduction

Course summary

The Master of Earth and Environmental Sciences is for students who wish to extend their knowledge and diversify their skill base within a range of sub-disciplines of the Earth and Environmental Sciences, and in particular, Environmental Science, Geology and Physical Geography.

What you will study

This degree will serve as a refresher programme for graduates wishing to explore specific combinations of topics in greater detail; a programme for professionals already practising aspects of Earth and Environmental Sciences seeking additional analytical skills, and as a stepping stone for graduates intending to proceed to a higher degree by research, upon completion of the programme.

With the appropriate qualifications and laboratory skills, you can be awarded advanced standing for these preparatory subjects.

This degree

The degree emphasises the interconnectedness of the many sub-disciplines within the Earth and Environmental Sciences where content will be explored through the common core first-year subjects.

The Master of Earth and Environmental Sciences is designed through the lens of global perspectives in science where you will use drones and artificial intelligence technology.

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to demonstrate:

  1. Exercise critical thinking and judgement in relation to concepts, perspectives and recent developments in the Earth and its environment including local, national, global, Indigenous and evolutionary perspectives by generating and evaluating complex ideas and solutions which incorporate spatial perspectives.
  2. Consolidate and synthesise knowledge of research principles and methods pertinent to the earth and its environment.
  3. Propose one or more solutions for existing and/or new real-world situations in professional practice within the context of earth and environmental sciences.
  4. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems and theories associated with disciplines within the earth and environmental sciences including spatial contexts.
  5. Design, apply, generate and evaluate hypotheses and theories, methodologies and concepts for professional practice or scholarship in applied Earth and Environmental Sciences.
  6. Plan, execute and communicate the results of substantial research-based initiatives in a reflective and ethical way for academic and professional practice.
  7. Exercise critical thinking, problem solving and reflection.
  8. Communicate knowledge, theories and methods pertaining to the Earth and Environmental Sciences to diverse audiences using appropriate technologies and communication skills.

Course Structure

To qualify for an award of the degree, the Master of Earth and Environmental Sciences, a candidate must successfully complete at least 96 credit points, as outlined below.

Year 1

Autumn

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
SMAH801Fundamentals of Science Communication6Autumn
SMAH803Fundamentals of Science Data, IT and Emerging Technologies6Autumn
RESH802Responsible Research6Autumn
Plus, one of the following subjects;
EESC804Introductory Spatial Science6Autumn, Spring
EESC801Earth's Inferno6Autumn

Spring

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
SMAH802Perspectives in science: A critical appraisal of conspiracy theories6Spring
SMAH804Critical thinking and innovation in Science6Spring
MGNT803Organisational Behaviour and Management6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
Plus, one of the following subjects;
EESC804Introductory Spatial Science6Autumn, Spring
EESC809G-cubed: Geochemistry, Geochronology, Geophysics6Spring

To progress to Year 2 students must achieve a WAM ≥ 70% AND ≥ 70% in the in discipline-based subjects (EESC). If students have a WAM <70% and/or <70% in discipline-based subjects they must seek advice from the Head of Students regarding their progression into year 2.

Year 2

Students who commenced their studies in the Spring session, please see your Academic Programme Director (APD) for academic advice.

Autumn

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
SMAH910Global Perspectives in Science6Not available in 2019
GWP 900International Workplace practice6Trimester 1, Trimester 3
EESC901Advanced Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History12Autumn

Spring

For students with a WAM of 75% or above:

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
SCIE900International Research Project24Autumn, Spring

For students with a WAM of 60%-74%:

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
EESC902Advanced Coastal Environments: Processes and Management12Spring
EESC926Advanced Resources and Environments12Spring
For students with a WAM less than 60%, select 24 credit points from the following list of Management subjects

For students with a WAM less than 60%, select 24 credit points from the following list of Management subjects:

Subject CodeSubject NameCredit PointsSession(s)
MGNT908Human Resources Development6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
MGNT930Strategic Human Resource Management6Trimester 2
MGNT949Performance Management6Trimester 2, Trimester 3
MGNT963Management of Workplace Health and Safety6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
MGNT910Strategic Management6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
MGNT915Management of Change6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
MGNT920Organisational Analysis6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
MGNT978Cross-Cultural Management6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
MGNT982International Business Theory and Practice6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3
OPS 909Total Quality Management6Trimester 1, Trimester 3
OPS 935Project Management6Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3


Why choose this course

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills in Australia is becoming a fast-growing area creating new and increased job prospects. Professional, Scientific and Technical Services is projected to increase by 10.2% from 2018 to 2023 reflecting ongoing strength in demand for the services of qualified and highly educated workers. Source: Employment Projections

The principal areas of research strength within Earth & Environmental Sciences include long-term environmental changes in Earth surface environments; coastal and marine environmental ecology, geology and geochemistry; fluvial geomorphology; Quaternary geochronology; spatial analysis using geographic information systems and remote sensing; modern and ancient human-landscape interactions, and the pre-history of Australia.

With its high level of research infrastructure, we have a long-standing record of research excellence, funded from National Competitive Grants Schemes and other funding sources, and represents an outstanding setting to undertake a Masters-level degree.

Admission

A range of admission options is available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures and the UOW College Admissions policy.

For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.

English Requirements for international students

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this programme:

IELTS Academic

  • Overall Score: 6.5
  • Reading: 6.0
  • Writing: 6.0
  • Listening: 6.0
  • Speaking: 6.0

TOEFL (Internet-based)

  • Overall Score: 86
  • Reading: 18
  • Writing: 18
  • Listening: 17
  • Speaking: 17

UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

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