Program Overview
The Geoscience at Macquarie University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Geoscience programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 32,584 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,462 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Sydney, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geoscience programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Earth Science Project
- Advanced Field Techniques in Geoscience
- Research Project
- GEOS units at 800 or 900 level
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Australian level 7 bachelor\'s qualification or recognised equivalent in geology, geophysics, physical geography, mineralogy, engineering geology, environmental science, or a related discipline
- GPA of 2.50 (out of 4.0)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 32,584 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,462 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 32,584 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,462 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Macquarie University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Macquarie University
Macquarie University
Sydney, Australia
Macquarie University(/məˈkwɒri/mə-KWORR-ee) is apublicresearch universityinSydney,New South Wales, Australia. Founded in 1964 by theNew South Wales Government, it was the third university to be...
University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
