Be part of the drive to discover and secure the critical minerals needed for transitioning to green energy. Build an in-depth understanding of geoscience with a focus on exploration and mining for base and critical minerals. Learn about global economic geology and participate in current geological research projects through JCU’s on-campus Economic Geology Research Centre. You’ll learn to contribute to research on the origin and evolution of life, cosmochemistry, hydrothermal processes, Earth formation and tectonic processes. Consolidate theoretical learning with frequent field trips and on-site practice. JCU’s unique location and close links with exploration/mining, allied engineering industries and conservation organisations allow unique access to fascinating locations. The variety of learning settings combined with opportunities to network with industry contacts will prepare you to pursue a diverse career with the skills to take you there. Become a leading geoscientist. Strong industry connections and a degree program developed in consultation with industry partners ensure you are job-ready upon graduation. JCU Geology graduates are innovative, world-renowned problem-solvers working all over the world.

Equip yourself with internationally recognised training learning from lecturers who integrate their well-above-world standards* research into the classroom. JCU Geology graduates are uniquely skilled with strong connections to industry and extensive experience undertaking fieldwork. Graduates pursue careers in various areas including hard-rock mining, renewable energy and critical minerals, mineral processing, environmental assessment or mine site remediation. Join the demand in contributing to green energy production and sourcing essential sustainable materials. You could find employment as a geoscientist, environmental geologist, management consultant, palaeontologist, teacher, or academic. Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Geology (Honours).