Overview

Key Facts and Outcomes

As a Bachelor of Science in Geology (BSc) student at Victoria University of Wellington , you’ll absorb knowledge, observe phenomena, experiment with ideas, and maybe even be part of making new discoveries.
With a strong practical focus, a BSc will take you far beyond the lecture theatre. Apply your curiosity to the many laboratories, field trips, and summer scholar opportunities offered within this degree.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sedimentology and Palaeontology

Earth Structures and Deformation

Petrology and Microscopy

Field Geology

Physics

Statistics in Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-11-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-13 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-01-20 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-07-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-23 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Geology Natural Sciences View 6 other Bachelors in Earth Sciences in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.

You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

38200 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38200 NZD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Wellington

1000 - 2300 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Bachelor of Science in Geology.

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Programme Structure

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Wellington

Funding

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