Undergraduate
Geochemistry (Extended Major)
Contact us
Address
Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
International
(+61 8) 6488 1000
Hours
Frequently asked questions
Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
Studying a Geochemistry Extended Major can lead to career opportunities in:
- Analytical Chemist
- Earth and Planetary Scientist
- Environmental Chemist and Geologist
- Exploration Geochemist
- Mineral Chemist
- Mining Scientist
- Research Geochemist
Industries hiring Geochemistry graduates include:
- Government and environmental agencies
- Fertiliser Industry
- Health and Medicine area
- Food and Drink Industry
- Mining
- Nanotechnology Industry
- Petrochemical Companies
- Paper Industry
- Education
- Heavy Chemicals
- Organic Fine Chemicals
- Pharmaceuticals
- Polymer Production
- Computing and Programming Companies
- Aerospace and Defence Industries
- Energy Sector
- Electric vehicles
- Battery and Manufacturing industries
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 3.3
- 79
- 270
- 330
- 300
- 66
- 1170
- 60
- 80
Admission requirements
Prerequisites
This major requires:
- Mathematics Methods ATAR; OR
- Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year; OR
- Students without ATAR mathematics to take two mathematics units in their first year.
- Chemistry ATAR or an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year.
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
How to apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Refer to the below regarding application processes for each of the pathways . More information regarding admission requirements and prerequisites for each pathway can be found on the 'Admission Requirements' tab.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Albany (Regional campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Undergraduate
- MJD-GECDM
- 3 years (BSc), 4 years (BSc[Hons])
Why study this course
- Gain fundamental skills to use geochemistry for generating environmental and mineral exploration solutions, all of which are strategically important in Western Australia and globally
- Fieldwork is an important aspect of your studies, where you will have the opportunity to conduct research and learn from real-world samples and data
- Be connected with world-class research teams across the country, as well as their industry collaborators
- Have access to leading facilities for research and field-based activities
- Interact and learn from passionate educators and researchers
- This major addresses the growing skills demand in Western Australia and globally, with a real focus on employability of graduates
Course Structure
Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.
You'll learn to
- Understand important concepts and knowledge of materials, as well as properties and processes relevant to geology and chemistry
- Gather, analyse and interpret geological and chemical data
- Synthesise and integrate datasets to solve fundamental and applied earth-science problems
Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) helps bridge the gap between theory and practice by providing opportunities for students to gain hands-on, practical industry relevant experience and for employers to help shape the graduates of tomorrow.
Your degree options
Bachelor of Earth Sciences
Bachelor of Philosophy
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