Majoring in Geology & Geophysics

The basic requirement for majoring in Geology & Geophysics is that students complete 24 credit points of Senior Geology & Geophysics Units of Study. This is achieved by enrolling in two Senior Geology & Geophysics Units per semester.

Students must enrol in GEOS 3008/3908 and GEOS 3101/3801 and must then choose at least two of GEOS 3102/3802, GEOS 3103/3803 and GEOS 3014/3804.

Any students who are uncertain as to what combination of Units will best serve their interests should contact the School's Third Year Coordinator.

Example pathway for the Geology and Geophysics major

Please note that units marked with * are compulsory.
Year/Level Semester Recommended Units
Junior Units February GEOS 1001*
July GEOS 1003*
Intermediate Units February GEOS 2114/2914* GEOS 2111
July GEOS 2124/2924* GEOG 2321
Senior Units February GEOS 3101/3801* GEOS 3102/3802
July GEOS 3008/3908* and at least one of GEOS 3103/3803 or GEOS 3104/3804