198404 v.2 Master of Science (Geoscience Exploration)

MSc(Curtin)

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Introduction
This course provides advanced postgraduate training in the combined disciplines of applied geology and exploration geophysics. It caters for both the continuing student and the experienced geoscientist already employed in the petroleum, mineral, and groundwater exploration industries.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An appropriate postgraduate diploma in either geology or geophysics.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of one year full-time duration or equivalent part-time. There is considerable flexibility in course structure, for example, some of the units may be taught in concentrated blocks at times to suit both students and staff. Research projects may be undertaken over periods such as annual or long service leave, or during periods of employment where adequate supervision can be arranged.

Course Organisation
The course requires a program of study that will be made up of specialist and project units. Specialist coursework units are selected from the full range available in the appropriate postgraduate diploma courses, (excluding any previously undertaken as part of an honours or postgraduate diploma program), together with project units specific to this course. At least one double unit in geoscience exploration project work (combining geological and geophysical research) must be included in the course. Thiscourse is being jointly run by the Department of Exploration Geophysics and the Department of Applied Geology.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1
300206	v.2		Petroleum Exploration Stream (MSc)		200.0
			OR
300207	v.2		Mineral Exploration Stream (MSc)		200.0
			OR
300208	v.2		Groundwater Exploration Stream (MSc)		200.0
					200.0