Overview
Geography is the study of social and environmental relationships. The cultural significance of geography lies in its contribution to an understanding of the total environment. Geographers are employed as professionals in urban management, regional planning, and environmental assessment. First year courses involve systematic studies of the physical and human basis … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Describe the physical processes in the atmosphere, oceans and on Earth's terrestrial surface as an interacting system.
2.
Demonstrate a broad understanding of the major sub-disciplinary areas that comprise physical geography.
3.
Appreciate the complex interplay between natural processes that shape environments and human impacts.
4.
Explain the causes and implications of spatio-temporal patterns and interaction in both the biophysical and human domains.
5.
Apply disciplinary knowledge to the management and sustainable use of environments and resources.
6.
Generate, analyse and interpret a range of field and laboratory techniques including remote sensing and geographic information systems.
7.
Effectively communicate perspectives and knowledge to specialist and non-specialist audiences using written, oral and visual means.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) - BAdvSci(Hons)3962 - Advanced Science (Honours)
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 84 UOC.
Level 1 Core Courses30 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses 24 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Prescribed Electives18 Units of Credit:
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