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. Many courses in geography include laboratory and field work, involving the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques. Assessment in Geography is normally by a combination of coursework and examinations, although the procedure varies between courses.

Learning Outcomes

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Describe the physical processes in the atmosphere, oceans and on Earth's terrestrial surface as an interacting system.
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Demonstrate a broad understanding of the major sub-disciplinary areas that comprise physical geography.
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Appreciate the complex interplay between natural processes that shape environments and human impacts.
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Explain the causes and implications of spatio-temporal patterns and interaction in both the biophysical and human domains.
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Apply disciplinary knowledge to the management and sustainable use of environments and resources.
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Generate, analyse and interpret a range of field and laboratory techniques including remote sensing and geographic information systems.
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Effectively communicate perspectives and knowledge to specialist and non-specialist audiences using written, oral and visual means.

Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Environmental Management - BEnvMgmt3965 - Environmental Management
Bachelor of Science - BSc3970 - Science

Specialisation Structure

Students must complete 78 UOC.

Level 1 Core Courses30 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses24 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:

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Additional Information

Notes

  1. The School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences maintain enrolment guides for many sub-disciplines of Geography: these are available from the BSB Office (G27 BioScience Building).

Honours

For information about Honours in Geography see the Geography Honours plan or contact the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES).

Education Students

Please be aware that this major no longer fits into an Education or Arts program. A new major, Geographical Studies has been created for students wishing to undertake a major in Geography for their Arts or Arts/Education program.

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