
Master of Hydrogeology
Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
Groundwater is vital to the sustainability of society, especially in Australia. Hydrogeology deals with the distribution and flow of groundwater beneath Earths surface and the interaction of groundwater with the atmosphere, biosphere and Earths crust via chemical, physical and biological processes in groundwater systems. This course will develop your understanding of these complex and dynamic processes and the impacts of human activity and environmental change on groundwater systems. Topics such
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Crawley
- WA · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 074963C
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Course overview
Groundwater is vital to the sustainability of society, especially in Australia. Hydrogeology deals with the distribution and flow of groundwater beneath Earths surface and the interaction of groundwater with the atmosphere, biosphere and Earths crust via chemical, physical and biological processes in groundwater systems. This course will develop your understanding of these complex and dynamic processes and the impacts of human activity and environmental change on groundwater systems. Topics such as groundwater flow systems, aquifer characterization, contamination and remediation, numerical modelling and groundwater management are covered in the course and there is an opportunity to undertake a research project. The Master of Hydrogeology has been developed in close collaboration with industry stakeholders to meet employers requirements. Many guest lecturers from industry contribute to the course, so you are learning not only from industry-experienced academics but also directly from industry leaders.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Bachelor's degree (WAM 50+) with relevant prior tertiary study.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Bachelor's degree (WAM 50+) with relevant prior tertiary study.
Additional entry requirement
Bachelor's degree (WAM 50+) with relevant prior tertiary study.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | The University of Western Australia | — | — | $50,700per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | The University of Western Australia | — | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Hydrogeologyuwa.edu.au
- The University of Western Australiauwa.edu.au
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