Geography

This major can be completed through the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science. In the Geography major, you’ll explore the processes shaping landscapes, environments, and human societies.

BACHELOR OF ARTS

The Bachelor of Arts requires the successful completion of 24 subjects (300-points), including at least one major. Most students study eight subjects each year (usually four subjects in each semester) for three years full-time, or the part-time equivalent.

Most Arts majors require 100 points of study (usually eight subjects) for attainment. This means out of your 300-point program, you have the opportunity to achieve two majors in your course.

If you are taking Geography as a major, you must complete:

• All level 1 compulsory subjects
• Arts Discovery
• 37.5 points (usually three subjects) of level 2 elective subjects
• 37.5 points (usually three subjects) of level 3 subjects (elective or capstone) with a minimum of one level 3 capstone subject

If you are taking Geography as a minor, you must complete:

• All level 1 compulsory subjects
• Arts Discovery
• 25 points (usually two subjects) of level 2 elective subjects
• 25 points (usually two subjects) of level 3 subjects (elective or capstone)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

The Geography major is made up of seven subjects (87.5 credit points) taken in your second and third year. Each subject is worth 12.5 credit points. Level 2 subjects are usually taken in second year, and Level 3 subjects in third year.

To complete this major, you’ll need:

• 37.5 credit points of Level 2 major electives
• Up to 37.5 credit points of Level 3 major electives
• At least 12.5 credit points of Level 3 capstone

The rest of your degree will consist of a Level 1 science core subject, your choice of elective subjects in science, and breadth (non-science) subjects.

Further information

You can find detailed information about your major – including structure, subject availability, and participation requirements – in the Handbook.

You can also explore your study pathway and sample course plans through My Course Planner.