Master of Geography

Use your knowledge of environment, people and place to make real-world impact. With well-developed skills in analysis, research and critical thinking, you will be prepared for a varied career across environmental management, policy, consulting, and beyond.

Key career outcomes

• Address environmental and societal challenges. Apply your expertise to roles that take on climate change, sustainability, urban development and more, across government, private and not-for-profit organisations.
• Build a multi-sector career. Pursue opportunities in environmental consulting, planning, policy, research, and international development – where your geography skills are in high demand.
• Turn insight into action. Use your analytical, research and communication skills in roles that require critical thinking, data interpretation and a deep understanding of complex and ever-changing systems.

Where can a Master of Geography take you?

As a graduate of the Master of Geography, you will have an extremely high understanding of human, physical or integrated geography. You’ll also have strong professional skills across critical thinking and problem solving, project management, research planning, and literature reviews, as well as the ability to absorb complex research and communicate it simply and effectively to a range of audiences.

Employers in this field include:

• Government departments of education, agriculture and environment, including Melbourne Water and the Victorian Planning Authority.
• Charitable and government aid organisations, including the United Nations.
• Consultancy firms, including AECOM, KPMG and EY.
• Universities and public research institutions such as the CSIRO.

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Career support

Plan and achieve your goals with our career support services. Access these services to build your confidence and improve your career readiness while studying.

Support includes:

• Personalised career consultations
• Workshops on resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, and interview skills
• Access to an exclusive job portal connecting students to industry opportunities
• Networking events with alumni and professionals

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Further study

Make a difference through graduate research

Build on your masters qualification to pursue a graduate research degree. Supported by a globally connected research community, you’ll collaborate with supervisors, experts and peers who share your passion for discovery and impact.

Through regular connection with peers, researchers and our global network of industry partners, you’ll develop strong connections with community and industry that open the door to an outstanding future.

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