Overview

The Economic Geology program from University of Tasmania is usually only offered on a part-time, external basis. Only students that can provide evidence of financial and logistical support, and provide a research proposal will be considered for full-time admission. Students that are considering taking the course on a full-time basis must contact the program co-ordinator, Dr Rob Scott, to discuss their plans.

Course objectives are to increase and update the knowledge and skills required by geoscientists for the exploration and exploitation of mineral deposits. These objectives are accomplished through completion of six short courses and an in depth research project OR eight short courses. The courses will cover a spectrum of topics relevant to the exploration mining industries.

Career outcomes

This course is for geoscientists who want to increase their knowledge and skills, while gaining a thorough up-date of advances across the spectrum of economic geology.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Exploration in Brownfield Terrains

Ore Deposit Models and Exploration Strategies

Mineral Resources and Sustainability

Geophysics for Mineral Exploration

Advanced Field Skills in Economic Geology

Ores in Magmatic Arcs

Volcanology and Mineralisation in Volcanic Terrains

Ore Deposit Geochemistry, Hydrology and Geochronology

Geometallurgy

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-22 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-07-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-10 00:00:00 , International

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It is recommended that students living overseas should apply at least 3 months prior to semester start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Credits

200 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Economics Earth Sciences Geology View 105 other Masters in Economics in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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72

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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General requirements

CRICOS Code: 010959F

Bachelor of Science with Honours is the normal entry qualification. As this course is aimed at professional geologists it would be expected that applicants have a major in Geology/Geoscience. However, for students without this qualification the entry requirements will depend on whether the applicants come from a professional industry background.

Applicants from industry without a Bachelor of Science with Honours degree will require the following:

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science (Applied); and
A minimum of two years' experience working as a professional geologist in industry or a government institution.

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Tuition Fee

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International

37596 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 75193 AUD for the full programme during 24 months.

Domestic students enrolled in a full fee paying place are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee and is incorporated in the fees you pay for.

Living costs for Hobart

1204 - 2001 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Academic requirements

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Student insurance

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General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Hobart

Funding

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