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Master of Science (Petroleum Geoscience)
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Masters by Coursework
Duration
1 year
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3CM094
2009
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
The Australian School of Petroleum is Australia’s pre-eminent centre of excellence for petroleum geoscience and engineering research, education and training. The school has strong links with industry, and senior industry personnel teach specialist units in the coursework program.
The program increases student knowledge in the essential areas of Petroleum Geology and Geophysics and trains students to use industry-standard techniques and software. This is a 24-unit program, comprising of 12 units of coursework and 12 units of research.
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This is a 24-unit program, comprising of 12 units of coursework and 12 units of research.
Every candidate for the degree shall complete the compulsory courses Petroleum Geology and Geophysics (A), Petroleum Geology and Geophysics (B) and a thesis on an approved research project. - Related Programs
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SATAC Code 3CM094 Annual tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $26,500Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.Completed Honours degree in a related field at level IIa or higher; or, a completed Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least a credit average and relevant professional experience.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3CM094International applicants
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IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $28,000 Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Relevant Honours degree of Bachelor or equivalentEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
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Annual tuition fees International student place: $28,000 Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
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given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules).
Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.Total units required for this program - 24 units
Core Courses
- PETROL 7000 Petroleum Geology and Geophysics B (6 units)
- PETROL 7001 Petroleum Geology & Geophysics A (6 units)
Research Project - PETROL 7002 Research Project (M.Sc. Pet. Geoscience) (12 units)
The availability of courses is conditional on the availability of staff and facilities and sufficient enrolments.
- Career Opportunities
Career opportunities as geo-scientists in the international petroleum industry.
Potential careers
Mineral Exploration, Natural Resource Manager, Researcher, Geotechnical Engineer, Teacher, Geologists, Geophysicists, Geophysics, Oil and Gas Analyst, Petroleum Exploration
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Last updated: Wednesday, 23 May 2012
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