Master of Economic Geology

This specialised Master's degree course in Economic Geology is tailored specifically for industry and government geologists. It is the nucleus of the postgraduate teaching program at the ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits (CODES) and is an integral part of the National Minerals Geoscience Master's Program. The course is typically offered on a part-time, external basis. Full-time admission is reserved for students demonstrating financial and logistical support and a research proposal. Students considering full-time enrolment should contact the program coordinator, Dr Rob Scott, to discuss their plans.

Admission to postgraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the prior completion of an AQF7/8 (or equivalent) undergraduate degree. Specific requirements for admission to the Master of Economic Geology are as follows: (i) a Bachelor of Science/Applied Science (Honours) majoring in geoscience (or a closely related discipline), or(ii) a Bachelor of Science/Applied Science majoring in geoscience (or a closely related discipline), and at least two years professional experience as a geoscientist working in the minerals industry or government, or (iii) a Graduate Certificate in Economic Geology (K5F).