Course details
Geochemistry is used to help understand a broad scope of areas such as how petroleum and mineral systems operate and in the study of groundwater, marine and coastal habitats, the discovery of alternative forms of energy as well as exploration of other planets.
About the course
Geochemistry is the application of chemistry to understanding Earth’s system and processes. Geochemistry is used to help understand a broad scope of areas such as how petroleum and mineral systems operate and in the study of groundwater, marine and coastal habitats, the discovery of alternative forms of energy as well as exploration of other planets. Fuelled by competing desires for energy, responsible resource and land management, and technological advances, demand in this field is predicted to grow globally.
Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.
Career Pathways
Studying a Geochemistry Extended Major can lead to careers 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
Fertilizer 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
*El precio que se muestra es una referencia, por favor verificar con la institución
24 Julio 2023, 26 Febrero 2024
The University of Western Australia (UWA)
35 Stirling Highway,
CRAWLEY,
Western Australia,
6009, PERTH, Australia
*El precio que se muestra es una referencia, por favor verificar con la institución
24 Julio 2023, 26 Febrero 2024
UWA Albany Centre
35 Stirling Terrace,
ALBANY,
Western Australia,
6330, ALBANY, Australia
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete an international academic qualification equivalent to Australian High School (or equivalent).
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) - Minimum grade of 180 with no band less than 170; Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) - Minimum grade of 180 with no band less than 170; GCE A-level - Minimum grade E in English Language, English Literature or English Language and Literature. IELTS - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 (must include Academic Reading and Writing modules); International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) - English A1 at HL or SL - Minimum score 4, English A2 at HL or SL - Minimum score 4, English B at HL - Minimum score 5; PTE - An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing sections, and no less than 54 in the listening and reading sections. TOEFL - Internet-based Test (iBT): An overall score of 82 with a minimum score of: 22 in the Writing section; 18 in the Reading section; 20 in the speaking section; and 20 in the Listening section.
Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.
Los estudiantes pueden destacarse con un título reconocido mundialmente de una de las top 100 universidades del mundo.
