Duration
Full-time: Varies
Part-time: Varies
Next start date
2025 Semester One – 3 March
2025 Semester Two – 21 July
Available locations
City
Points
120 or 180
Programme type
Postgraduate
Research options available

Programme overview

By focusing on the development of accurate and reliable geological ground models, you will be well equipped to work within New Zealand’s complex environment and contribute to the projected construction boom. This interfaculty programme, between the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Science, is for students who want to pursue an industry-relevant programme.

Programme structure

120-point research masters

90 points: EARTHSCI 794 Thesis

15 points: EARTHSCI 770 Engineering Geological Mapping

15 points from:

EARTHSCI 771 Advanced Engineering Geology

EARTHSCI 772 Hydrogeology

180-point research masters

90 points: EARTHSCI 794 Thesis

45 points from:

EARTHSCI 770 Engineering Geological Mapping

EARTHSCI 771 Advanced Engineering Geology

EARTHSCI 772 Hydrogeology


At least 30 points from:

EARTHSCI 703  Hydrothermal Systems: Geothermal Energy and Ore Deposits

EARTHSCI 705 Geohazards

EARTHSCI 713 Tectonic Geomorphology

EARTHSCI 714 Earthquake Geology

EARTHSCI 720 Geochemistry of our World

EARTHSCI 732 Reconstructing Environmental Change

EARTHSCI 752 Understanding Volcanic Systems

EARTHSCI 754 Pure and Applied Sedimentology

GEOG 745 Applied Fluvial Geomorphology

GEOG 746 Applied Coastal Geomorphology

GEOG 771 Spatial Analysis and Geocomputation


15 points must be taken from:

ENVSCI 711 Assessing Environmental Effects

ENVMGT 744 Resource Management

ENGGEN 742  Project Management

CIVIL 791 Construction Management

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

2025 entry requirements

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Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Research 120 points
    Grade required
    GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

    Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours), Bachelor of Science (Honours), Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or Postgraduate Diploma in Science

  • Study option
    Research 180 points
    Grade required
    GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

    An undergraduate degree in Science

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

You must have completed the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours), or Bachelor of Science (Honours) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III in Earth Sciences, or a related subject such as Geology.

OR

You must have completed the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 120 points at Stage III.

OR

You must have completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Science with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III in Earth Sciences including at least 45 points in Geology.

OR

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in Science or Engineering with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III and have completed three years of relevant work experience as approved by the Dean of Science.

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in Science with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III in Earth Sciences, including at least 45 points at Stage III Geology.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Research 120 points
    Grade required
    GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0

    Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours), Bachelor of Science (Honours), Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or Postgraduate Diploma in Science

  • Study option
    Research 180 points
    Grade required
    GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0

    An undergraduate degree in Science

  • Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands less than 6.0

    See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

You must have completed the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours), or Bachelor of Science (Honours) with a GPE of 5.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III in Earth Sciences or a related subject such as Geology.

OR

You must have completed the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a GPE of 5.0 or higher in 120 points at Stage III.

OR

You must have completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Science with a GPE of 5.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III in Earth Sciences including at least 45 points in Geology.

OR

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in Science or Engineering with a GPE of 4.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III and have completed three years of relevant work experience as approved by the Dean of Science.

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in Science with a GPE of 5.0 or higher in 75 points at Stage III in Earth Sciences, including at least 45 points at Stage III in Geology.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

How much does a Master of Engineering Geology cost per year?

2025 fees

Domestic students
NZ$10,892.40*
International students
NZ$52,842*

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,065.60 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Key dates

Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Application closing dates

Summer School 2025
1 December 2024
Semester One 2025
8 December 2024
Semester Two 2025
4 July 2025
For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

The Master of Engineering Geology is a professionally-orientated programme designed to equip you with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies to enter the applied geosciences industries.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Assayer
  • Engineering geologist
  • Geological technician
  • Geologist
  • Geotechnical engineer
  • Geotechnical technician
  • Seismic survey co-ordinator

Further study options

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