Master of Science by coursework and thesis - Geology

Victoria University of Wellington

Get a degree that's recognised worldwide and contribute to knowledge in your field. A Master of Science (MSc) will develop your technical, laboratory and academic writing skills to prepare you for a career in science.The MSc will take you between two and two and half years of full-time study or up to four years part time. In the first year of your MSc you'll take several courses related to your specialist subject area. Next, you'll carry out in-depth supervised research for 12–15 months and write a thesis. During your studies you might also author publications for peer-reviewed journals.To do an MSc you'll need a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field, with an average grade of B or higher in your subject area. You may also be able to qualify for entry if you have appropriate work or other experience. Take your study of the physical processes and history of the Earth even further with the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences. Be part of a Geology programme that is internationally respected for its contributions to the study of volcanology and tectonics and to climate change in New Zealand and Antarctica. A good understanding of geological processes is essential for working with the extraction and preservation of the Earth’s natural resources, the evaluation of natural hazards and for environmental and resource planning and monitoring. Using knowledge from physics, chemistry, mathematics and the biological sciences, as well as the Earth sciences, you'll develop skills in independent research, including field studies, modern surveying techniques and the design and use of computer programs and databases. You'll also gain skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), computer drafting, graphical presentation and desktop publishing, and you'll improve your public speaking. The MSc will take you between two and two and half years of full-time study or up to four years part time. In the first year of your MSc you'll take several courses related to your specialist subject area. Next, you'll carry out in-depth supervised research for 12–15 months and write a thesis. During your studies you might also author publications for peer-reviewed journals.