Bachelor of Geography
University of Wollongong
CRICOS provider number: 00102E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12062
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Study the human and physical forces that shape the planet and the political, social and environmental issues that arise as a consequence of human interactions with the Earth.
This degree provides opportunities to undertake practical laboratory and fieldwork, taking advantage of the local Illawarra environment. You will develop the knowledge and skills to apply the latest technologies in spatial analysis and satellite imagery within the context of these environments.
Learn skills in logical and critical thinking, creative problem-solving, practical research, quantitative and qualitative data collection, organisation and project management, numeracy, sustainability advocacy, statistical literacy, computer applications (including geographic information systems), and strong communication. You will apply these skills to problems in physical and human geography, studying the natural environment, its processes, and the interaction of these with dynamic and diverse human societies.
On completion, high performing students considering further study or a career in research should consider the Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree.
Areas of study
Biogeography, climate change, coastal and fluvial environments, environmental management, populations, spatial geography, urban and regional societies.
Career opportunities
Geographer; heritage manager; environmental assessor; population analyst; geospatial analyst; policy developer; government occupations concerned with housing, transport, environment and conservation, hydrology, international aid, tourism and recreation planning; teacher; market researcher; urban and regional planner, government occupations concerned with housing, transport, environment and conservation, hydrology, international aid, tourism and recreation planning.
Practical experience
Optional internships, industry projects, and other career-ready learning opportunities.
Honours
Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced, 2 units of science.
Recommended studies: Earth and Environmental Science, Geography.
Other applicants
Refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the UOW website and select the undergraduate course that you are interested in, then choose the ‘Admission Profile’ tab in the Admissions, Key dates and Fees section.
Further information
View all details of this course on the UOW website.
University of Wollongong degrees
The academic content of all degrees is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.