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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Geochemistry (Extended Major)

  • Non-Award

Geochemistry is the application of chemistry to understand Earth's systems and processes. Applying chemistry to understand Earth's systems and processes is increasingly important in mineral exploration or for managing groundwater, as well as in the exploration of other planets....

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
3 - 4 years full-time
Course Code
MJD-GECDM
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Geochemistry is the application of chemistry to understand 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.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you're interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements

Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 79
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 270
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 330
Trinity College Foundation
  • 300
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 66
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 79
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 270
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 330
Trinity College Foundation
  • 300
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 66
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Admission requirements
For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
Admission requirements
Prerequisites

This major requires:

  • Mathematics Methods ATAR; OR
  • Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year; OR
  • Students without ATAR mathematics to take two mathematics units in their first year.

  • Chemistry ATAR or an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year.

Prerequisites
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Albany

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

Studying a Geochemistry Extended Major can lead to career opportunities 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
  • Fertiliser 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

Career Pathways

Studying a Geochemistry Extended Major can lead to career opportunities 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
  • Fertiliser 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

Course structure

Level 1
Core

Take all units (36 points):

Bridging

Bridging units must be successfully completed within the first 48 points of study. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Methods ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1721. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Applications ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1720 and MATH1721. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Chemistry ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete CHEM1003.

Level 2

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