Program Overview
The Earth and Environmental Sciences at University of Wollongong is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 18 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 natural sciences. 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 Earth and Environmental Sciences 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: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: AUD 13,872 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 11,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Wollongong, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Earth and Environmental Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History
- Advanced Coastal Environments \x96 Processes and Management
- Advanced Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology
- Advanced Geographic Information Science
- Advanced Remote Sensing of the Environment
- Dung, Death and Decay \x96 modern scientific methods in archaeology
- Advanced Isotope Geochemistry
- Applied Research in Earth and Environmental Sciences
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 13,872 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 11,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 13,872 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 11,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Wollongong 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 University of Wollongong
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, Australia
University of Wollongong is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2024-01-18
- Start Date 2018-02-10
- Language English
- Duration 18 months