Overview Geology is the study of the materials that make up the Earth, the processes that mould its surface, and the interaction of people with the physical environment. Geologists are vital for understanding the development of mineral resources and long-term maintenance of the environment. With the rapidly increasing global population, geologists will be needed to maintain resource output and minimise damage to the environment. They are employed in a wide range of workplaces. In this geology course you'll gain the basic professional training needed to work as a geologist, and a base for postgraduate geological studies. This major prepares you for a challenging career that can take you around the world to work on the continents or in the oceans, and even to take part in studies of other planets. KEY FEATURES Field trips are an integral part of the Geology major. Our geology teachers are internationally recognised researchers. Opportunity to study some geology units by distance education (external study) SUITABLE FOR If you're interested in science, mining, engineering , oceans and the Earth. Career Opportunities A Macquarie course can set your dream career in motion. PROFESSIONS develop and mine mineral deposits environmental geologists finance geotechnical engineers government geological surveys lawyer mineral exploration industry national parks officer oil and gas industry research teaching EMPLOYERS conservation and land management bodies finance organisations petroleum companies private companies/government private and public environment groups organisations relating to minerals and energy resource fields