Science - Earth Sciences University of Melbourne

Overview

Overview

The research for the Science -  Earth Sciences program at University of Melbourne ranges from the solid Earth to the fluid Earth and the processes that operate at the interface of these regions. You'll be able to narrow your focus, choosing between the Geology and Atmospheric Science streams, and drilling down (or up) even further.

You’ll be able to choose your discipline core and elective subjects from a broad range available.

We know that you’ll need professional skills to give you the edge in the workplace, so you’ll be able to select from a wide range of high-level professional subjects, including scientific communication, business, modelling, programming, and more.

All students undertake a research project over four semesters, working on a real-world Earth sciences research question. You'll be supported by one of our expert researchers, who'll also provide direction.

At the end of the process, you’ll be encouraged to submit your report for publication in a journal. Our current areas of research activity include climate variability and change, sedimentary geology, archaeological science, and the physics and chemistry of Earth's deep interior.

Careers

Our graduates go on to work as geologists, geoscientists, energy specialists, environmental scientists and advisors, research scientists, geological surveyors, climatologists and weather forecasters.

Employers in this field include:

• Mining and mineral exploration companies such as Shell, Rio Tinto, ExxonMobil and Woodside Energy
• Engineering and professional services firms such as GHD, AECOM and Jacobs
• Government departments of environment and economic development, including the Bureau of Meteorology
• Universities and public research institutions such as the CSIRO.