The course prepares students to enter any branch of the geological profession, including environmental applications. The UNSW Bachelor of Science degree provides an excellent opportunity to combine Geology with studies in related sciences such as chemistry, physics, mathematics, geography or biology, as well as aspects of fields such as economics and engineering. This allows students to follow a flexible path for a variety of careers, including geochemistry, geophysics, geological computing, mineral economics, palaeontology, marine science and environmental studies. This combines geology with physics, mathematics and computing, opening the door to a range of high-technology career paths. Geology can be taken as a specialisation within the Bachelor of Environmental Science degree, preparing students for a range of rewarding careers in the environmental geology field.
Fieldwork is an integral part of all geology programs, and also in most geology career paths.
An independent field project is also an essential part of the final year for the various four-year programs. Majoring in Geology or Environmental Systems with the flexibility to study courses from other disciplines. A four year program in geophysics is available in this high technology field. For students with particular interest in environmental science with a focus on Geology.