Geophysics Major (M Geosci)

Access, evaluate and synthesise information, communicating effectively, adopting appropriate technologies on new geophysical developments in the industrywith the Geophysics Major (M Geosci) program from Curtin University .

What you'll learn

• apply discipline, knowledge, principles and concepts; apply modern geophysical methods to exploration problems in petroleum, mineral and groundwater exploration; evaluate new methodologies

• utilise lifelong learning skills and demonstrate an ability to learn independently, applying international and regional perspectives and recognising global nature of geophysical problems relating to exploration for resources.

• demonstrate an understanding of the cultural impact of resource exploration and developments, engaging respectfully with local First Peoples and other diverse cultures.

• apply a professional approach to working with individuals and organisations; demonstrate an ethical approach to using data and reports related to a geophysical research project

Courses include

• Electromagnetics and Potential Methods

• Seismic Methods

• Interpretation and Machine Learning in Geophysics

• Advanced Seismic Processing

• Modern Subsurface Reconstruction with Geophysical Methods

• Physical Properties of the Subsurface and Other Materials