Bachelor of Science (Earth Science)

Summary

Specialise in Earth Science for your Bachelor of Science at Massey

Massey’s Bachelor of Science (Earth Science) will take you on a journey of understanding the processes that moulded our planet. From our landscapes to our geological resources and soils, it’s a huge area to cover, leading to fascinating and varied careers.

Understand how the world works

You’ll develop an appreciation of the immensity of geological time. You’ll graduate with cutting-edge skills and the ability to predict future changes in the Earth’s surface such as natural disasters, climate change and water contamination.

Earth scientists are discovering hydrocarbon and mineral resources. They are establishing policy in resource management, environmental protection, public health, safety, and welfare.

World-leading in Earth, soil science and volcanology

We’ll take you beyond traditional geology. Massey University is one of the few places in the world with a research group that examines the combination of Earth and soil science. We are at the forefront in environmental geochemistry and the evolving discipline of hydrology.

Massey has a focus on finding innovative solutions to environmental issues. You’ll get an insight into the connections between geology, soil science and the environment. You’ll explore metals and plants, sustainable mining and remediation.

Massey is the number one place to study Earth Science if you’re interested in volcanoes. We have a large number of internationally renowned volcanology experts. You’ll get to explore this exciting and life-saving area through field trips to volcanoes in the Central North Island. We also have unique equipment that mimics volcanic ash flow.

Topics

Advanced Earth science topics include:

understanding geological structures

understanding New Zealand geology

stratigraphy, sedimentology and paleoenvironments

volcanology and mineralogy

plate tectonics

pedology and quaternary geology

geographic information systems

remote sensing

field work.

Further study

If you successfully complete this qualification you could progress to study a Master of Science.

A Bachelor of Science in Earth Science is a good fit if you:

are fascinated by our planet, its rocks and fossils and why they are there

want to make a contribution to science and a difference to people and our environment

enjoy the sciences at school.