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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Mineral Geoscience)

Course code: #BSC

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Mineral Geoscience)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $45,500 AUD

  • Application fee

    $110 AUD

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    65 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    064433A

Options
Industry Placement

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 30-December-2023 2023-12-30
Winter-July 12-June-2024 2024-06-12
Fall-February 30-December-2024 2024-12-30
Winter-July 12-June-2025 2025-06-12

Overview

Bachelor of Science (Mineral Geoscience)

This program at the University of Adelaide integrates and extends courses in geology & geophysics, mining engineering, geography & environmental studies, chemistry, mathematics and physics. 

This program has extensive fieldwork and is specifically designed to meet the industry demand for high-calibre graduates in the mineral resources sector. 

The first year of this program provides a foundation in sciences such as geology and maths or statistics, with additional courses in chemistry, physics and science electives. 

The second year develops this foundation by providing more in-depth study in geology

In the third year, students will focus on advanced topics, including mineral exploration, tectonics and geophysics. 

Students will benefit from direct exposure to professionals in the mineral geoscience industry that will enable them to form mentoring relationships.

 

Industry Placement

Practical Experience

Students may choose to undertake international study opportunities, including travelling with a tour guide to remote areas and exploring the world's best-preserved piece of intact oceanic crust.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$58,240

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $11,784
Accommodation 1 bed room $12,740
Tuition 1 person $45,500

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • PDF of academic transcripts and graduation certificates for all school and tertiary studies you have undertaken (original language and certified English translations).
  • PDF of official English testing results from IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson or Cambridge CAE/CPE (if applicable).
  • PDF of any syllabuses of subjects if you wish to be considered for advanced standing (credit transfer).
  • PDF of any professional qualification or memberships you may have.
  • PDF of your passport and visa (if applicable).

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

79
13
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

58
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

The Pre-Enrolment English Program (PEP) is a direct entry pathway into further studies at the University of Adelaide for students that have not met the minimum English language entry requirements of their award program.

The PEP is offered in 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 weeks.

Entry and exit requirements for programs that require an Academic IELTS overall score of 6.5 with all band scores at 6.0

 IELTSTOEFLPearson Test of EnglishCertificate of Advanced English (CAE)
35 weeks5.0
no band less than 4.0
39
Writing and Speaking at 10,
Reading and Listening at 2
36
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 26
154
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 145
30 weeks5.0
no band less than 4.5
39
Writing and Speaking at 12,
Reading and Listening at 4
36
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 30
154
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 147
25 weeks5.5
no band less than 4.5
50
Writing and Speaking at 12,
Reading and Listening at 4
42
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 30
162
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 147
20 weeks5.5
no band less than 5.0
50
Writing at 15, Speaking at 14,
Reading and Listening at 6
42
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 36
162
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 154
20 weeks5.5
Writing at 5.5
50
Writing at 18
42
Writing at 42
162
Writing at 162
15 weeks6.0
no band less than 5.0
60
Writing at 15, Speaking at 14,
Reading and Listening at 6
50
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 36
169
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 154
15 weeks6.0
Writing at 5.5
60
Writing at 18
50
Writing at 42
169
Writing at 162
10 weeks6.0
no band less than 5.5
60
Writing at 18, Speaking at 16,
Reading and Listening at 8
50
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 42
169
Writing, Speaking,
Reading and Listening at 162

Academic background and requirement

International Qualifications:

Any two Science subjects are chosen from Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Agriculture and Horticulture, Agriculture and Horticulture Science, Nutrition or Scientific Studies.

 

Assumed Knowledge: 

Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics

 

GPA:

India: ISC & CBSE: 70%   -   ISBE: 80%

China: Gao Kao: 65%

 

 

Foundation studies:

Foundation programs are designed to meet the special needs of international students who do not meet the academic requirements for entry into undergraduate programs at the University of Adelaide.

Foundation programs help students develop the required level of language and independent study skills needed for successful university study. 

Career opportunities

  • Project Officer
  • Scientific Data Analyst
  • Resource Manager
  • Scientific Officer
  • Environmental Geologist
  • Environmental Geoscientist
  • Hydrogeologist
  • Geobiologist
  • Geoscientist

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