Science - Sustainable Georesources Adelaide University

Overview

Throughout the Science - Sustainable Georesources course from Adelaide University you’ll gain expertise in the geological processes responsible for the formation of Earth’s natural resources. Discover methods of safe, efficient and eco-conscious exploration and extraction of Earth’s resources. Learn how to responsibly manage resources for future generations. Take a holistic approach, ensuring environmental protection and social equity. 

Use statistics and advanced data analysis to model and analyse geoscientific data and geological phenomena. Investigate critical mineral resources that support human development and the green energy transition. You’ll also explore sustainable technologies and practices, preparing you for a career in global transformation sectors. 

Career opportunities:

The field of sustainable georesources offers a variety of career opportunities focused on the responsible discovery and management of Earth's natural resources. 

Professionals in this field work across various sectors, including government, industry and research, ensuring resource extraction and use are environmentally friendly, economically viable and socially equitable. 

Perhaps you’ll focus on the early stages of resource extraction projects, assessing the potential of an area for further exploration or resource extraction. Maybe you’ll conduct environmental impact assessments to determine the environmental impact of mining, construction, waste disposal or industrial operations. Or perhaps you’ll work with businesses, governments, or not-for-profits to develop sustainability strategies and goals that reduce their ecological footprint while maintaining business performance. 

Careers you might consider include: 

• Exploration geologist  
• Production geologist 
• Remediation geologist 
• Environmental geoscientist 
• Environmental policy analyst 
• Climate change analyst 
• Sustainability consultant 
• Research scientist.