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Field of Study

Geographical Science

Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Overview Study details

Explore the study of spatial patterns of physical and human phenomena at local, national and global scales.

You'll learn about physical and human geography, and how to apply geographical information science.

Under the honours program, the emphasis is on the study of processes that create and sustain the physical environment, and on techniques for the collection and analysis of spatial information.

Highlights

1 in Queensland for geography

QS World University Rankings 2024

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Biodiversity project officer
  • Environmental management team lead
  • Wildlife management officer
  • Park ranger
  • Geospatial officer
  • Urban, town or regional planner
  • Geography teacher
  • Environmental scientist
  • Research academic
  • Conservation officer

Graduate salary

Science and mathematics (undergraduate)

$40K–$85K

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Giselle Pickering

One of the most enjoyable aspects of my degree was the field work. I've been able to see so many different natural and urban field sites throughout my degree and its really helped to enhance the applicability of my learning to the world around me.

Giselle Pickering
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Geographical Sciences)
Giselle Pickering

One of the most enjoyable aspects of my degree was the field work. I've been able to see so many different natural and urban field sites throughout my degree and its really helped to enhance the applicability of my learning to the world around me.

Giselle Pickering
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Geographical Sciences)

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Research experience
  • Laboratory work
  • Fieldwork
  • Seminars

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Geology Honours Thesis
  • Research Philosophy, Design & Implementation

See courses and program structure

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