Master of Economic Geology (C/W)

Domestic students:

Admission to postgraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the prior completion of an AQF7/8 (or equivalent) undergraduate degree. Specific requirements for admission to the Master of Economic Geology are as follows: (i) a Bachelor of Science/Applied Science (Honours) majoring in geoscience (or a closely related discipline), or (ii) a Bachelor of Science/Applied Science majoring in geoscience (or a closely related discipline), and at least two years professional experience as a geoscientist working in the minerals industry or government, or (iii) a Graduate Certificate in Economic Geology (K5F)

Prospective students lacking a BSc (geoscience major), but who have at least two years professional experience as a geoscientist, or applicants with a BSc (without Honours) majoring in geoscience but lacking the minimum two-years professional experience, may be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Economic Geology (K5F), and may continue into the Master of Economic Geology following completion of that course.

To demonstrate eligibility for admission to the Master of Economic Geology, all applicants must provide copies of their previous academic transcripts. Applicants seeking entry to the course based partly on their previous professional experience should provide their curriculum vitae and the names and contact details for two professional referees. Further information about Postgraduate courses at the University of Tasmania may be found here: https://www.utas.edu.au/study/postgraduate, and the online application enquiry form may be found here: https://www.utas.edu.au/study/apply.

International students:

International applicants to the MEconGeol program must meet the same entry requirements as Domestic students. Additionally, international applicants from non-English speaking countries must meet the following English language test requirements for entry to UTAS:

• IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)

• TOEFL (PBT) 575 TWE 4.5; TOEFL (iBT) 88 (no score below 20)

• PTE Academic 50 with no score lower than 50

• UTAS DEAP Overall 60% (Writing 60%)

International students wishing to undertake the MEconGeol degree on a full-time basis, must (1) complete the 50-credit point research thesis as part of the degree and (2) provide to the university proof that they have the necessary financial resources (e.g. scholarship, company sponsorship, self-funded, etc) to complete the degree (living costs, tuition fees and other course costs, e.g. travel and field costs, funding for research project)

International students completing the MEconGeol degree on a part-time basis do not require a Student Visa to enter Australia (where necessary) to attend coursework units. International students studying full-time and based in Australia required an Australian Student Visa.

Completing the Master of Economic Geology unlocks diverse career opportunities within the field of geoscience. With a solid foundation in the latest developments in mineral exploration, mining, and environmental management, you can pursue roles such as:

• Mineral exploration geoscientist,
• Mining project consultant, or
• Government geologist in state and national geological surveys
• Specialised industry and government roles

As society pivots towards a green energy, low CO2 emissions future, the demand for copper and other critical and strategic minerals will increase significantly. Postgraduate training in economic geology provides a pathway to work on projects of national and international significance that contribute to advancing societal goals within the minerals industry.

Equipped with advanced knowledge and practical skills, you can take on leadership positions, driving innovation and sustainability in economic geology and the minerals industry.