Groundwater Hydrology
A postgraduate program
Fast facts
Course type: | Postgraduate (coursework) |
| Availability (full-time or part-time): | Full-time |
| Location: | On campus |
Courses
| Course name | Units | Duration (full-time equivalent) | GradStart code | CRICOS code |
| Graduate Certificate in Science (Groundwater Hydrology) | 18 units | 6 months | 2GC076 | 047375C |
| Graduate Diploma in Science (Groundwater Hydrology) | 36 units | 1 year | 2GD046 | 047376B |
| Master of Science (Groundwater Hydrology) | 72 units | 2 years | 2CM062 | 047377A |
Overview
Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma students gain an understanding of the basic scientific concepts relevant to groundwater, current pressing groundwater management issues and the technologies employed to deal with them. They also receive basic training in a range of field, laboratory and computational methods, as well as learning communication skills and problem-based and critical thinking skills.
The Masters marries coursework with a significant research/industry training project. It provides training in research methodology and preparation of a professional thesis or report – from project conception, design of methods, collection of results and their analysis, through to final conclusions and recommendations for future work.
All three courses are offered in partnership with the Centre for Groundwater Studies, the largest centre specialising in groundwater education and research in the southern hemisphere.
This articulated program enables scientists, engineers and other environmental professionals whose work requires groundwater knowledge to complete a professional and industry-focused study of groundwater hydrology. Groundwater hydrology is not taught in isolation. Other associated topics teach students the critical interrelationships groundwater has in the hydrologic cycle such as surface water hydrology and soil-plant hydrology, amongst others. Students will gain a wide understanding of environmental hydrological processes and phenomena, including but not limited to groundwater.
If you have completed a bachelors degree in another relevant area of engineering or science, this course will build on your skills and knowledge to apply to groundwater hydrology.
The courses articulate and the sequentially developed topics allow progression through the three awards. Candidates who have completed the Graduate Certificate are awarded credit towards the Graduate Diploma and candidates who have completed the Graduate Diploma are awarded credit towards the Masters.
What will I study?
Refer to the program of study: - Graduate Certificate in Science (Groundwater Hydrology)
- Graduate Diploma in Science (Groundwater Hydrology)
- Master of Science (Groundwater Hydrology)
Why study Groundwater Hydrology at Flinders?
- Flinders University is an international leader in groundwater hydrology education and research with one of the largest groups in any Australian university working in the area. It is the only university in Australia to offer a complete undergraduate specialisation in groundwater hydrology. Our strong undergraduate and postgraduate groundwater hydrology teaching program is complemented by a leading research program for the training of MSc and PhD by research.
- Flinders University is a key partner in the Centre for Groundwater Studies (CGS) which is located on the Flinders campus. This provides access to a large range of expertise not otherwise available by way of strong industry links with CSIRO Land and Water and other partners in the CGS. Students have access to CGS National Groundwater Short Courses for professional training which are formally credited to their degrees, and through CGS, students have access to excellent industry-based research projects.
- Groundwater researchers also have strong links with numerous leading State and Federal agencies such as CSIRO Land and Water and Department of Water, Land and Biodiversity Conservation.
- Surveys have ranked Flinders University highly among Australian universities for student satisfaction, teaching quality, teaching and research links, employer satisfaction with students and research spending and publication rate. The student population is about 15,600, with international students making up about 12%. The campus boasts halls of residence and off-campus, affordable accommodation is available nearby. Regular and frequent public transport services the campus on several routes.
How can I use Groundwater Hyrdology in my career?
Groundwater hydrology is a major growth area for employment worldwide and trained professionals in this area are in demand. The Commonwealth and State governments, water authorities, local councils, business, industry, environmental groups, consultancy firms and universities all employ groundwater hydrologists.
Graduates from the Groundwater Hydrology programs at Flinders have found jobs in:
- natural resource and environment agencies of government (local, state and Commonwealth);
- environmental consultancies; and
- industry sectors such as agriculture, mining, aquaculture, water resource planning and management.
Graduates of this degree will be particularly suited for job opportunities in land and water resource monitoring and management, and in water resources management planning and allied technical roles. The team-based and problem-based learning skills encouraged in this course are designed to transfer well to workplaces.
The Masters course can also be a pathway to a PhD for those who don’t have an honours degree and want to pursue a research career.
Entry requirements
Domestic students
| International students
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For any of the three awards, applicants normally must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in any relevant discipline of science or engineering from an approved tertiary institution. | For any of the three awards, applicants normally must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in any relevant discipline of science or engineering from an approved tertiary institution. English language requirements: If English is not your 1st language you must meet English language requirements. | ||||
Applications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Mid-year entry:
| Yes | Mid-year entry:
| Yes |
| Apply through: | Apply through: | International Office | |
| Application closing dates: | Semester 1, 2009: 20 February 2009 | Application closing dates: | Semester 1, 2009: 30 November 2008 Semester 2, 2009: 31 May 2009 |
Annual fees
Course | Place type | Domestic students | International students |
| Graduate Certificate in Science (Groundwater Hydrology) | Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount
| $2,227 | N/A |
| Full fee paying | N/A | $9,950 | |
| Graduate Diploma in Science (Groundwater Hydrology) | Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount | $4,700 | N/A |
| Full fee paying | N/A | $19,900 | |
| Master of Science (Groundwater Hydrology) | Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount | $4,970 | N/A |
| Full fee paying | N/A | $19,900 |
Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
Contact
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: soak.up.science@flinders.edu.au
Course Coordinator: Dr Adrian Werner
Phone: +61 8 8201 2710
Email: adrian.werner@flinders.edu.au
General domestic students information
Web: Prospective students
Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au
General international students information
Web: International students
Enquiries: Ask Flinders
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