About the course Groundwater is vital to the sustainability of society, especially in Australia. Hydrogeology deals with the distribution and flow of groundwater beneath Earth's surface and the interaction of groundwater with the atmosphere, biosphere and Earth's crust via chemical, physical and biological processes in groundwater systems. This course will develop your understanding of these complex and dynamic processes and the impacts of human activity and environmental change on groundwater systems. Topics such as groundwater flow systems, aquifer characterisation, contamination and remediation, numerical modelling and groundwater management are covered in the course and there is an opportunity to undertake a research project. The Master of Hydrogeology has been developed in close collaboration with industry stakeholders to meet employers’ requirements. Many guest lecturers from industry contribute to the course, so you are learning not only from industry-experienced academics but also directly from industry leaders. Please note, if you’re commencing your studies mid-year, completing the degree in three semesters is not possible.
Master of Hydrogeology
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Duration2 year(s)
Tuition FeeAUD 37,803 / Year
Next IntakeJuly 27, 2026
Master of Hydrogeology
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Entry Requirements
Admission Requirements To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and(c) successfully completed prior tertiary study in geology, environmental engineering, environmental science (including units in hydrology or equivalent), or hydrogeology or in a related cognate discipline as recognised by UWA.
English Program Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place. Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0. ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency
Career
Career Pathways
Career opportunities for Hydrogeology graduates can be found with:
- Resources Industry - minerals, hydrocarbons, construction
- Environmental Companies
- Government Agencies
- Research and Educational Institutions
Studying Energy Geoscience can lead to active research post-study in:
- Arid Zone Hydrology
- Geothermal Hydrology
- Groundwater Dependence of Ecosystems
- Hydrogeological Impacts of Waste Water
- Reactive Transport Modelling
- Water Interaction - surface and groundwater
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Tuition Fee
37,803 / year
Application Fee 150
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Master of Hydrogeology
The University of Western Australia
Australia, Perth