305537 v.1 Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology), Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)
BSc(Curtin), BCom(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 043262M
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
4 Years
Introduction
This double degree provides students with an integrated education program in both exploration/applied geology and commerce. It provides dual qualifications in these areas and develops graduates with unique opportunities to obtain employment in resource development and related fields involving natural resource management. The Bachelor of Commerce places an emphasis on decision-making, trends in technology and associated work patterns and other aspects of management in a highly competitive business arena. The programs emphasise both theoretical concepts and the application of knowledge to commerce and industry. The finance major includes corporate finance, financial institutions and financial markets and is relevant to many aspects of resourcedevelopment projects carried out by exploration companies.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
At least one TEE mathematics.
Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and V and Q.
Note
Students will normally be expected to have attained a higher Tertiary Entrance Rank than is required for both single degrees.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Course Organisation
Students enrolled in the double degree program may elect to transfer to a single degree course in one of the two disciplines. In this event, the relevant Head of School/Department shall determine the amount of credit to be transferred to the single degree.
Professional Recognition
Graduates of the undergraduate degree in Applied Geology are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists, the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and the Geological Society of Australia. The degree has been accredited by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will find employment opportunities in the fields of mineral exploration and environmental management to which they will bring both technical and relevant business skills.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. Students are required to pay for their own food whilst on field camps.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10987 | v.5 | Accounting 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 1234 | v.4 | Economics 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7031 | v.5 * | Geology 101 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7056 | v.5 | Mathematics 111 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 7079 | v.5 | Chemistry 142 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10830 | v.5 | Business Information Systems 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11011 | v.3 | Legal Framework 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307590 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 7032 | v.5 * | Geology 102 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7080 | v.4 | Chemistry 144 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10848 | v.2 | Management 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11001 | v.3 | Economics (Macro) 101 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9767 | v.7 | Geology 205 - Sedimentology | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 9768 | v.7 | Geology 207 - Structural Geology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9771 | v.7 | Geology 201 - Mineralogy | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10815 | v.3 | Economic Techniques 102 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10850 | v.4 | Marketing 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11913 | v.2 | Geology 214 - Geochemistry | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 8015 | v.7 | Geology 202 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9791 | v.7 | Geology 208 - Remote Sensing | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11912 | v.2 | Geology 213 - Palaeontology and Stratigraphy | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 2806 | v.5 | Finance (Introductory) 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302455 | v.2 | Geophysics 245 - Introduction to Mineral Methods | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| OR | |||||
| 1692 | v.6 | Geographic Information Systems 212 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 9770 | v.8 * | Geology 291 - Geological Field Mapping | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 2807 | v.5 | Finance (Managerial) 212 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 300956 | v.3 | Finance (Analysis) 206 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3496 | v.6 | Geology 312 - Environmental Geology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9776 | v.8 * | Geology 292 - Geological Field Mapping | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11038 | v.4 | Finance (Corporate) 307 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11915 | v.2 | Geology 311 - Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303947 | v.2 | Geology 353 - Sedimentology | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303948 | v.2 * | Geology 393 - Geological Field Mapping | 5.0 | 12.5 | |
| 9753 | v.6 | Finance (Portfolio Management) 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9778 | v.5 | Geology 301 - Petrogenesis | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10820 | v.3 | Finance (Derivative Securities) 312 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11919 | v.2 | Geology 314 - Regolith Exploration | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303952 | v.2 * | Geology 394 - Geological Field Mapping | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 9754 | v.5 | Finance (International) 302 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9782 | v.6 | Geology 306 - Ore Deposits | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10836 | v.3 | Introductory Econometrics 211 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11000 | v.4 | Econometrics 313 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8393 | v.9 | Experimental Design and Analysis 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9792 | v.7 | Economics (Growth and Fluctuations) 202 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| * | Field trips form an essential part of these units and attendance is compulsory | |
| NB | Other optional units may be chosen in consultation with the course coordinator/Head of Department |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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