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BB-GLYBIO

Applied Geology, Environmental Biology

Bachelor double degree

Gain the ideal combination of skillsets for resources extraction and environmental protection, which is increasingly important for industry and society.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Bachelor of Applied Geology, Bachelor of Science (Environmental Biology)
  • Duration

    Duration

    4 years full-time
  • Credit

    Credit

    800
  • CRICOS

    CRICOS

    110732D
  • Location

    Location

    Curtin Perth
Course outline

Select your preferred campus:

2026

Semester 1

On campus

Semester 2

On campus

2027

Semester 1

On campus

Semester 2

On campus

Course outline

Overview

Overview

In this double degree, you will gain a strong combination of skillsets for resources extraction and environmental protection, which is increasingly important to the resources sector and to society.

You'll study fundamental geological and biological processes and apply them to mineral exploration and resource extraction and groundwater resources.

You’ll also learn how to manage ecosystems and rehabilitate landscapes impacted by salt degradation and resource extraction activity.

What you'll learn

  • apply fundamental geological or biological principles and concepts in theoretical, practical and vocational situations; expand discipline knowledges through research where appropriate
  • solve resource exploration, environmental and sustainability problems through creative thinking and the extrapolation, interpolation and analysis of geoscience, enviroment and biological information
  • collate, synthesise, and visualise geoscientific, enviroment and biological data sets using digital technologies, and communicate this information to industry and community stakeholders concisely and accurately using written, visual, and verbal means appropriate to the situation
  • recognise the finite nature of Earth resources, and the need to manage and mitigate social, environment and biological impacts of resource exploration and extraction and geohazards
  • recognise and value environmental, indigenous and other community perspectives and acknowledge the need for sustainable use of earth resources in the development of solutions to environmental problems in geological and geophysical activities
  • work ethically and professionally, complying with applicable legislation and managing time and other resources efficiently and effectively; developing employability and leadership skills valued by industry, government and community

Why study Applied Geology, Environmental Biology at Curtin?

Leading geoscience research facilities

Curtin hosts the world-renowned John de Laeter Research Centre for advanced geoscience characterisation and analysis.

World-ranked global university

Curtin ranks in the top 1% of universities in the world, based on our ARWU ranking. (Academic Ranking of World Universities, 2025)

Australia's best in Earth Sciences

Curtin outranks all other Australian universities in the area of Earth Sciences. (Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024)

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and scholarships

Australian and New Zealand student indicative fees

2025 Fee year:

$8,700*

Commonwealth supported

Commonwealth supported

Fees are indicative first year only and are subject to passage of legislation.

*The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 0 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.

This fee is a guide only. It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks – visit other fees and charges for more information. For more information on fees and to determine your eligibility for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP, please visit fee basics or the Study Assist website

To be eligible for the Commonwealth supported fee:

  • Australian citizens must complete some of their course of study while residing in Australia.
  • Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens must be residing in Australia for the entire course.

For further information on eligibility please refer to the Australian Government Study Assist website.

If you’re not an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen, please see information for international students.

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Location

For start dates, please view the academic calendar.

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2026

Semester 1
  • On campus
Semester 2
  • On campus

2027

Semester 1
  • On campus
Semester 2
  • On campus

All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.

The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.

How to apply

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Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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  • Curtin course code: BB-GLYBIO
  • CRICOS code: 110732D
  • Last updated on: 29 October 2025

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