300241 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Geophysics) (Honours)

BSc(Hons)(Curtin)

Introduction
This course aims to extend students' knowledge of current academic research methodology as it is applied in the field of geophysics and to demonstrate this through the conduct of a supervised research project and preparation of an honours dissertation.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Refer to Admission into Honours degree programs and Regulations for Honours degrees (General Information section).

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

Duration and Availability
This course is one year full-time equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation
The course structure is a combination of the following - Advanced Studies in Geophysics - one to four full units, Advanced Geophysics Workshop - up to four full units, Honours Dissertation - two to four full units, Background Studies - up to two full units. A dissertation unit is chosen in consultation with the Course Controller or Head of Department. The optional units listed are only an example of units that can be taken, other units are available with consultation with the Course Coordinator or Headof Department.

Professional Recognition
This course is accredited by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. An Honours degree in Geophysics satisfies the academic requirements for membership to The Exploration Geophysicists (USA) and the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers.

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.

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Full Year Hrs/Wk Credits

10319 v.2 Geophysics Honours Dissertation 493 4.0 50.0

10320 v.2 Geophysics Honours Dissertation 494 4.0 50.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Not entered Hrs/Wk Credits

3496 v.6 Geology 312 - Environmental Geology 5.0 25.0

4940 v.3 Geoscience Professional Practice 401 2.0 12.5

9790 v.5 Geology 303 2.0 12.5

11917 v.2 Geology 317 - Structure And Geodynamics 3.0 25.0

11919 v.2 Geology 314 - Regolith Exploration 3.0 12.5

302560 v.2 Geology 411 - Petroleum Geology 2.0 12.5

303863 v.2 Geological Remote Sensing 401 2.0 12.5

303872 v.2 Geology 403 2.0 12.5

303875 v.2 Geology 404 - Geochronology 3.0 12.5

303876 v.2 Geology 422 - Ore Deposit Geology 3.0 12.5

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

302610 v.2 Geophysics 421 2.0 12.5

302611 v.2 Geophysics 423 2.0 12.5

302612 v.2 Geophysics 425 2.0 12.5

302615 v.2 Geophysics Workshop 423 4.0 25.0

302626 v.2 Geophysics 431 2.0 12.5

302628 v.2 Geophysics Workshop 431 4.0 25.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits

302617 v.2 Geophysics 424 2.0 12.5

302618 v.2 Geophysics 426 2.0 12.5

302622 v.2 Geophysics Workshop 422 4.0 25.0

302624 v.2 Geophysics Workshop 424 4.0 25.0

302627 v.2 Geophysics 432 2.0 12.5

302629 v.2 Geophysics Workshop 432 4.0 25.0

Availability

Year Location Period Internal External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y

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