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Master of Engineering Science (Geoenergy & Geostorage)

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Shape the future of renewable energy and sustainability with a Master of Engineering Science (Geoenergy & Geostorage). This unique program bridges the gap between geoenergy and petroleum engineering, focusing on sustainable use of the Earth's resources. Explore new technologies and practices and help combat climate change.
Commencing Terms
Term 1, 2 & 3
Duration
1 - 2 Year(s)
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face (includes blended)
Campus
Kensington
Codes
Program code 8338
CRICOS code 084282A
Entry Requirements
View all admission criteria
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places are available for this program
2024 Indicative CSP first year fee
$9,000*
2024 Indicative CSP fee to complete degree
$18,500*
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Overview

Play a critical role in the transition to renewable energy and contribute to a more sustainable future with a Master of Engineering Science (Geoenergy & Geostorage) degree from Australia’s #1 Engineering Faculty. With geoenergy science and engineering set to play a crucial role in the global energy transition, you’ll gain critical skills for addressing the global challenges of climate change.

Geoenergy and geostorage engineering is an innovative field that intersects with petroleum engineering. It focuses on the sustainable use of earth’s resources, including carbon capture and storage, seasonal hydrogen or energy storage, and extracting heat, energy or saline brines from the earth. This master's degree builds on the skills in a traditional petroleum engineering degree, with reservoir engineering, geomechanics and environmental science.

Australia’s gas, petroleum, mining and minerals industries remain vital to the economy, but net-zero targets are driving investments in decarbonisation, carbon capture and storage and renewables. Expertise in these areas is increasingly important.

This first-of-its-kind, future-focused degree allows you to explore emerging technologies and sustainable solutions to climate change. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills needed to lead the sustainable energy landscape of tomorrow.

Key Features

Contribute to global sustainability goals

This degree is aligned with the , and plays a key role in fostering a more sustainable future for everyone. You’ll learn how to actively contribute to sustainable development goals like affordable and clean energy, climate action, and responsible consumption and production.

Equip yourself for the future of energy

Prepare for the future of energy by developing essential skills. Gain foundational expertise in subsurface storage technologies, hydrogen utilisation, and geothermal energy development, and become part of a new generation of engineers and researchers driving a greener and cleaner energy future.

Experience state-of-the-art engineering facilities

Take advantage of state-of-the-art geo-engineering facilities and innovative technology. Our facilities include rock physics, multi-phase flow and NMR laboratories, a drilling simulator, the Tyree X-ray, mine water and mineral processing laboratories, and in-situ site waste monitoring and sensor systems. Our Virtual Reality Simulator offers realistic underground mine experiences, extending your education beyond traditional methods into hands-on learning.

Why study this degree at ?

Excel at a top-ranked engineering institution

Tackle energy challenges head-on at a university known for its innovative research and practical impact in energy resources engineering. Engineering ranks first in Australia for Engineering & Technology* and among the top 20 universities worldwide**. We’re part of the Group of Eight, Australia’s elite research-intensive universities.

Learn from the best in mining and energy

Join a leading global school in mining engineering education and research. The School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering (MERE) ranks 1st in Australia and 3rd globally for Mineral & Mining Engineering, and 2nd in Australia and 9th globally for Petroleum Engineering*.

Drive sustainable energy solutions

Be at the cutting edge of the energy transition with MERE. Our school is pioneering sustainable future initiatives through breakthrough research and state-of-the-art technology, partnering with industry giants including Shell, BHP, and Rio Tinto.

*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.

** QS World University Rankings 2024

Program Code
8338
CRICOS Code
084282A
Campus
Kensington
Total Units of Credit (UOC)
96
Indicative Enrolments
335.0

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Entry requirements

This Master of Engineering Science specialisation accepts students from any engineering discipline.

Entry into the Master’s program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in any engineering discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor’s degree is mandatory.*

*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average

Recognition of Prior Learning (Credit Transfer)

recognises that many students have professional experience or relevant previous studies. If you have worked in a relevant industry or have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to completeyour Master of Engineering Science in as little as one year, or another accelerated option listed below dependent on your previous study and experience.

  • A Bachelor Degree with Honours or equivalent from any institution in a cognate discipline.

    Cognate disciplines

    • This specialisation accepts degrees from any engineering discipline

  • An undergraduate qualification from any institution in a cognate discipline.

    Cognate disciplines

    • This specialisation accepts degrees from any engineering discipline

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

This Master of Engineering Science specialisation accepts students from any engineering discipline.

Entry into the Master’s program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in any engineering discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor’s degree is mandatory.*

*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average

Recognition of Prior Learning (Credit Transfer)

recognises that many students have professional experience or relevant previous studies. If you have worked in a relevant industry or have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to completeyour Master of Engineering Science in as little as one year, or another accelerated option listed below dependent on your previous study and experience.

  • A 4 year Bachelor Degree with Honours ( equivalent) from any institution in a cognate discipline.

    Cognate disciplines

    • This specialisation accepts degrees from any engineering discipline

  • A 3 year Bachelor Degree (equivalent) from any institution in a cognate discipline.

    Cognate disciplines

    • This specialisation accepts degrees from any engineering discipline

Admission pathways


If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with . College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your journey with confidence. 

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at . You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Check the specific English language requirements for this program

Program structure

When you choose to study a Master of Engineering Science, you’ll choose from one of 26 specialisations which will help you make your next career move.

Within these specialisations your study will include:

  • Disciplinary courses
  • Enquiry-based courses
  • Engineering and Technical Management Courses

You’ll be able to tailor your degree to your interests by combining courses in your chosen specialisation with elective courses. You’ll also have the chance to work on a complex, open-ended enquiry-based research project.

Full program structure

The Master of Engineering Science (Geoenergy & Geostorage) contains a total of 96 units of credit (UOC) and can be completed in 1-2 years of full-time study.

You’ll complete a combination of disciplinary core subjects to progress your technical knowledge, as well as a selection of technical management courses to help you build skills in communicating and justifying professional decisions, employing ethical approaches to practice, and developing the abilities required for roles more focused on project and or staff management, leadership and strategy.

You’ll also complete a research project as part of this degree within the enquiry-based courses. In this you can choose to develop your Postgraduate Research skills to assist with the research project component of the degree or as your first step towards a Higher Degree Research (PhD) program. Alternatively you can complete a “Launching a Startup” course where you will be equipped with the skills necessary to successfully commercialise your ideas.

Students must complete:

Foundational Core Courses - 24 UOC

  • GEOS1111 Investigating Earth and Its Evolution
  • MERE3001 Formation Evaluation
  • MERE3003 Reservoir Engineering
  • MERE3002 Drilling and Completion Engineering

Disciplinary Knowledge Electives - 24 UOC

  • MINE3310 Mining Geomechanics
  • MERE5004 Reservoir Characterisation and Data Science
  • MERE5005 Resource Project Economics
  • MERE5006 Decommissioning and Sustainability
  • MERE5007 Geostorage Modelling
  • MERE5008 Geostorage/CCUS Project
  • MERE5003 Transient Flow Analysis

Advanced Disciplinary Core Courses - 24 UOC

  • MERE8810 Data Analytics and Automated Technologies for Minerals and Energy Resources
  • PTRL5119 Geothermal Engineering
  • MERE9003 Advanced Formation Evaluation
  • MERE9004 Unconventional Reservoir Engineering
  • PTRL5102 Digital Core Analysis

Engineering Technical Management Courses - 6 UOC

  • COMP9021 Principles of Programming
  • CVEN9723 Design of Construction Operations
  • CVEN9888 Environmental Management
  • CVEN9892 Sustainability Assessment and Risk Analysis
  • GSOE9017 Managing Energy Efficiency
  • GSOE9210 Engineering Decision Structures
  • GSOE9360 Academic Discourse in Engineering
  • GSOE9445 Entrepreneurial Engineering
  • GSOE9510 Ethics and Leadership in Engineering
  • GSOE9712 Engineering Statistics and Experiment Design

Future careers

Opportunities for graduates in this sector are expanding rapidly. The report is predicting the renewable energy sector will need an additional 59,300 workers before 2030 and ~194,000 workers by 2050, with the World Economic Forum highlighting the demand for skills and knowledge of CCUS.

A geo-engineering degree sets you up to play a pivotal role in achieving a net-zero future, giving you the skills to tackle critical challenges in subsurface energy extraction. Career opportunities include petroleum engineering, minerals and energy resource exploration, drilling, sustainability and environmental consulting, project management, and management consulting within the mining or energy sectors.

Here are some potential roles you might explore:

  • Carbon Capture and Storage Engineer
  • Geothermal Energy Specialist
  • Petroleum Engineer
  • Reservoir Engineer
  • Subsurface Hydrogen Storage Engineer
  • Subsurface Resource Manager
  • Decommissioning Engineer
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Sustainable Energy Advisor
  • Energy Systems Analyst
  • Renewable Energy Project Manager

How to apply

Applications must be submitted through ourportal. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and Faculties with limited places may have an earlier application deadline or commencement date..

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For most international students, applications are submitted viaour  service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.

Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencementdate. Formore information visitour .

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Fees & Scholarships

Commonwealth Supported Places

2024 Indicative CSP First Year Fee

$9,000*

2024 Indicative CSP Fee to Complete Degree

$18,500*

All places within this degree are Commonwealth supported. This means that if you receive an offer from Sydney as a domestic student, you will have a substantial proportion of your fees subsidised by the Australian government. Start your application today with our guide on how to apply.

2024 Indicative First Year Full Fee
$41,000*
2024 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree
$84,000*

*The indicative Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) fees are an estimate based on the relevant student contribution band/s for a Commonwealth Supported Place undertaking a standard full-time load of 48 units of credit per year (1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load/1 EFTSL). To find out more about Commonwealth Supported Places visit Postgraduate Commonwealth Support.

Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the degree/program. The indicative fee listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).

You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed when required and may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at the .

2024 Indicative First Year Fee
$54,000*
2024 Indicative Fee to Complete Degree
$112,500*

*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).

Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the.

Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.

Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit.

Scholarships


At , we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.

Featured scholarship

The Women in Engineering Research Scholarship was established to assist women of high academic achievement with an interest in a research and/or an academic career in engineering. Engineering offers two Women in Engineering Top-up Scholarships every semester.

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