GEOL30009 Field Geology (University of Melbourne): rated 3.5/5 overall across 2 reviews collected on UniMelb Wall.
GEOL30009 is a University of Melbourne course taught by the Faculty of Science in Geology. This page brings together its handbook details and what UniMelb students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 实地地质学
Type: Undergraduate subject
Subject area: Geology
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Level: Undergraduate Level 3
Handbook year: 2026
This subject will provide students the opportunity to develop skills in field geology that are highly valued in the environmental, resource development, engineering, and mining industries. Students will learn to identify minerals, rocks, sediments, structures, and geomorphic features in the field.
GEOL30009 has 2 scored reviews: overall 3.5/5 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 2 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 3.5/5).
On Reddit: "I'm not really familiar with that assignment, mine was in Flinders ranges with completing an assignment before/after, handing in in Parkville."
On Reddit: "My favourite subject, but my experience was probably a unique one. Just make sure you are in the communications from the subject coordinator as I wasn't and it posed quite a challenge and stress."
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Q: Is GEOL30009 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 2 reviews: overall 3.5/5. Only a few reviews so far, so treat this as a rough guide.
Q: Which faculty teaches GEOL30009, and when is it offered?
A: GEOL30009 is taught by the Faculty of Science. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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