Overview

On the Master of Energy Geoscience from The University of Western Australia emphasis is placed on the development of practical skills underpinned by conceptual knowledge, and the application of both to solving problems related to basin history and petroleum exploration through coursework and research project components of the course.

Key facts

The development of practical skills is underpinned by conceptual knowledge, with emphasis placed on the application of solving problems related to basin history and petroleum exploration through coursework and a research project.

Career Pathways

Energy Geoscience graduates can have diverse career options with:

Natural Resources Companies

Environmental Consultancy Companies

Government Agencies

Research and Educational Institutions

Studying Energy Geoscience can lead to careers in:

Environmental Exploration

Resource Mining

Petroleum Production

Groundwater Monitoring

Geoscience is also a valuable skill for employment in education, economics, finance, and government policy and planning.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Near-Surface and Environmental Geophysics

Tectonics of Australia in the Indo-Pacific

Petroleum Systems and Subsurface Characterisation

Basin Analysis Techniques

Advanced Energy Geoscience for a Low Carbon Future

Structural Analysis for Energy Geoscience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-08 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-17 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-11 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-19 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Geology View 15 other Masters in Geology in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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82

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64

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS 093309J

a Bachelor of Geology, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;

and

the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

50700 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

30100 AUD / year

≈ 30100 AUD / year

Additional Details

The tuition displayed for domestic students is the full fee, but the university also offers Commonwealth Supported Places.

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

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Funding

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