Master of Geoscience

The Master of Geoscience at Melbourne is one of the few two-year graduate geoscience courses in Australia. It provides a foundational understanding in the first year and allows students to explore a wide range of subjects — including those offered by partner institutions through the Victorian Institute of Earth and Planetary Sciences (VIEPS) — in the second year.

Yes, the course focuses on hands-on skills, with study in both the laboratory and the field. Students explore key concepts in environmental impact assessment, resource exploration, and hydrogeology at field localities across Australia, and complete an industry-relevant Capstone Project working in the office, laboratory, or field.

Yes, the course offers multiple industry networking opportunities. Students can enrol in subjects taught by industry professionals, attend students-meet-industry events, and complete an internship alongside an industry or government organisation.

Yes, through the Victorian Institute of Earth and Planetary Sciences (VIEPS) cooperative educational and research initiative, students can access elective subjects taught by partner institutions. This may include staying local in Victoria or joining an interstate field trip.

The Master of Geoscience has two intake periods: March and July. The course can be studied full time over 2 years or part time over 4 years, and is delivered on campus at Parkville.