Geology

The MSc in Geology is a master’s degree in Geology offered by the University of Cape Town (UCT) in South Africa. Geology offers a professional scientific career for men and women who are interested in discovering and developing the Earth's resources.

This MSc in Geology program offered at the University of Cape Town is a wealth-generating occupation essential to the economies of modern nations. Geology is a multi- faceted science, offering a wide variety of employment opportunities, working environments and the chance to visit unusual places. The Department of Geological Sciences offers a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum in the Geological Sciences including an honours program.

Key Facts

The department normally has between 10 and 20 full time postgraduate students in Masters and PhD projects. These degrees are entirely by thesis. Our postgraduates are supported by NRF bursaries, industry partners, and by demonstrating for undergraduate courses and working as research assistants. If you are interested in postgraduate studies in the department, visit our academic staff pages and contact potential supervisors in your area of interest.

Information on any of the courses offered in the Department of Geological Sciences can be obtained from the Departmental Secretary

Courses include:

• General Geology

• Geochemistry

• Environmental Science

• Geography
• Soil Science

• Petroleum Geology