School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment

School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment

From the red plains of Broken Hill to Antarctica, we study the Earth’s core, its atmosphere and everything in between. A new, hands-on way to explore and learn earth sciences in one of the world's top earth science schools.

Monash University is ranked 31st in the world for 2027 (QS)

The school subjects are ranked:

Atmospheric Science - 46th (ARWC Subject Rankings  2027) 2nd in Australia

Geography - 51-100th (QS Subject Rankings 2027)

Geology, Geophysics - 47th (QS Subject rankings 2027) 2nd in Australia. 1st in Australia in 2026 rankings.

Environmental Sciences - 52nd (QS Subject rankings 2027)

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Honours degrees

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Master of Science

A course tailored for the professional scientist.

Postgraduate degrees

Whether you think global or local, a PhD equips you to help your community.

Research

Unlock the mysteries of our planet – from its core to its atmosphere.

Facilities

State-of-the-art learning facilities.

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Latest news from School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment

An international diplomatic delegation touring the outdoor Monash Earth Sciences Garden with researchers.

From deep within the Earth to the global energy transition, Monash Science is helping shape the future of critical minerals

Monash University's scientific leadership in critical minerals research took centre stage as an international diplomatic delegation representing more than 30 countries visited the University's world-class research facilities on Wednesday 28 October.
Earth Atmosphere and Environment 28 October, 2026

World-first global sand dunes map reveals clues to distant worlds, including Mars

A wide landscape photograph of rolling golden-yellow sand dunes in a desert. Sharp ridges across the dunes create strong dark shadows on one side and sunlit slopes on the other. In the background, a light blue sky is dotted with soft, scattered
A new study from Monash University has delivered the most complete and accurate digital map of Earth’s wind-blown sand dunes to date.
Earth Atmosphere and Environment 21 August, 2026

Invisible microbes ‘mining’ toxic waste in the Flinders Ranges

Monash University scientists found microscopic life breaking down decades-old mining waste in South Australia, converting stable radioactive and toxic metals into mobile nanoparticles.
Earth Atmosphere and Environment 21 July, 2026

New study sheds light on Victoria’s future rainfall

The study highlights the important role of natural climate variability in shaping recent rainfall patterns, and how this influences expectations for the future.
Earth Atmosphere and Environment 1 June, 2026
A rough gray rock sample with irregular surfaces, containing shiny gold-colored metallic flecks and veins, photographed against a plain light background.

Copper’s “gatekeeper” could unlock cleaner energy future

A common mineral hiding in plain sight could hold the key to making copper production cleaner, faster and more efficient, just as global demand for the metal surges to power the energy transition.
Earth Atmosphere and Environment 15 April, 2026
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