Study scientific techniques to sustainably manage the Earth’s natural resources and ecosystems.
Discover how life on Earth developed and how plate tectonics, biology and chemistry interact to control our planet's surface environment.
Examine the impact of physical and biological processes on Earth’s surface environment and what makes Earth different to other planets in the Solar System.
Explore topics such as mineral and rock analysis, mining geology, marine geoscience, environmental geology or geochemistry.
Learn to analyse geological processes and monitor changes in the Earth’s environment.
Develop and apply your knowledge through practical laboratory experience, fieldwork and specialised seminars.
Graduate with skills to reduce the effects of environmental change, natural hazards and manage resources sustainably.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Natural resources manager
- Hydrogeologist
- Environmental consultant
- Geoscientist
- Environment and sustainability consultant
- Exploration geologist
- Mineral exploration consultant
- Geophysicist
- Sustainability researcher
- Resource geologist
Average annual salary range
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Average annual salary range
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Next steps after graduation
When you graduate, you'll be in high demand by employers for your advanced technical, communication, independent thinking and problem-solving skills.
Expect to find employment with national and multinational companies, consultancies, government agencies and research organisations in sectors such as:
- natural resources
- energy
- environmental monitoring
- engineering
- space exploration.
Alternatively, help contribute to new scientific knowledge by progressing into a research-based honours degree.
I chose the Bachelor of Science for its flexibility — it really felt like a degree I could tailor to my interests, instead of shaping myself around my degree!
I chose the Bachelor of Science for its flexibility — it really felt like a degree I could tailor to my interests, instead of shaping myself around my degree!
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UQ's sustainable energy programs – live Q&A webinars
9 June
Master of Physiotherapy information webinar
11 June
Beyond Megawatts: Embedding Biodiversity in Energy System Planning
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This Major is available as:
- Major
- Extended Major
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
- Seminars
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Planet Earth: The Big Picture
- Environmental Geochemistry
- Ore Deposits and Exploration Geology
- Coral Reefs: Past, Present & Future
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