Earth scientists are essential to resources and environmental industries, using sophisticated instruments for the analysis of earth and planetary materials.

This major is a Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) course, designed for high-performing students to pursue their interest in science through a core of research, leadership and entrepreneurship.

It provides a body of knowledge in earth sciences and the skill sets for careers in the range of industries involved with earth materials. These skills are gained in Curtin’s Earth Science research groups and laboratories that are among the best-equipped in Australia.

This course provides a flexible and personalised approach to studying earth sciences. You will be able to explore the field through opportunities for immersive research experiences, industry placement and team-based projects.

Your studies will culminate in a capstone experience in which you'll have the opportunity to pursue earth and planetary science projects ranging from pure research through to translational (entrepreneurial) science.

Why study

This course provides the knowledge and skill sets for a range of careers in the resources and environmental industries involved with earth materials. Earth scientists are essential to these industries, using sophisticated instruments for materials analysis.

How this course will make you industry ready

You'll explore the field through opportunities for immersive research experiences, industry placement and team-based projects, and undertake a capstone experience with the opportunity to pursue an earth and planetary science research project.

Completion of the Bang Tu tai or Bang Tot nghiep Pho thong Trung hoc (Vietnamese Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma) with at least 8.00 in the score for graduation evaluation, separate evidence of English competence is required.