
Master of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Wollongong, Australia
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
AUD 52,992 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
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:
- 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.
- Consolidate and synthesise knowledge of research principles and methods pertinent to the earth and its environment.
- Propose one or more solutions for existing and/or new real-world situations in professional practice within the context of earth and environmental sciences.
- Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems and theories associated with disciplines within the earth and environmental sciences including spatial contexts.
- Design, apply, generate and evaluate hypotheses and theories, methodologies and concepts for professional practice or scholarship in applied Earth and Environmental Sciences.
- Plan, execute and communicate the results of substantial research-based initiatives in a reflective and ethical way for academic and professional practice.
- Exercise critical thinking, problem solving and reflection.
- 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 Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
SMAH801 | Fundamentals of Science Communication | 6 | Autumn |
SMAH803 | Fundamentals of Science Data, IT and Emerging Technologies | 6 | Autumn |
RESH802 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
Plus, one of the following subjects; | |||
EESC804 | Introductory Spatial Science | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
EESC801 | Earth's Inferno | 6 | Autumn |
Spring
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
SMAH802 | Perspectives in science: A critical appraisal of conspiracy theories | 6 | Spring |
SMAH804 | Critical thinking and innovation in Science | 6 | Spring |
MGNT803 | Organisational Behaviour and Management | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
Plus, one of the following subjects; | |||
EESC804 | Introductory Spatial Science | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
EESC809 | G-cubed: Geochemistry, Geochronology, Geophysics | 6 | Spring |
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 Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
SMAH910 | Global Perspectives in Science | 6 | Not available in 2019 |
GWP 900 | International Workplace practice | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 3 |
EESC901 | Advanced Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History | 12 | Autumn |
Spring
For students with a WAM of 75% or above:
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
SCIE900 | International Research Project | 24 | Autumn, Spring |
For students with a WAM of 60%-74%:
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
EESC902 | Advanced Coastal Environments: Processes and Management | 12 | Spring |
EESC926 | Advanced Resources and Environments | 12 | Spring |
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 Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
MGNT908 | Human Resources Development | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
MGNT930 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 6 | Trimester 2 |
MGNT949 | Performance Management | 6 | Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
MGNT963 | Management of Workplace Health and Safety | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
MGNT910 | Strategic Management | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
MGNT915 | Management of Change | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
MGNT920 | Organisational Analysis | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
MGNT978 | Cross-Cultural Management | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
MGNT982 | International Business Theory and Practice | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3 |
OPS 909 | Total Quality Management | 6 | Trimester 1, Trimester 3 |
OPS 935 | Project Management | 6 | Trimester 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.