Explore the study of spatial patterns of physical and human phenomena at local, national and global scales.
Blending theory with real-world experience, you’ll discover how to apply geographical information science (GIS) software and remote-sensing technologies for data analysis, data modelling and developing map visualisations.
You’ll broaden your critical thinking and learn how to apply GIS to solve key environmental, societal or planning issues facing today’s modern world.
Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to pursue a broad range of career opportunities, including roles in natural resource management, national parks and wildlife conservation.
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 planner
- Geospatial officer
- Environmental management team lead
- Surveyor
- Wildlife management officer
- Geoscientist
- Park ranger
- Geophysicist
- Climate change adviser
Average annual salary range
Environmental Officer
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Average annual salary range
Geographic Information System Officer
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Next steps after graduation
You will find expanding career possibilities in diverse roles within the government, health, environmental and private sectors, and in research organisations globally.
You can apply your skills in a range of industries, including:
- research organisations
- government agencies
- industrial organisations
- universities
- marine preservation authorities
- environmental organisations including planning and site assessment
- operations research and logistics consultancies and corporations.
Studying geographical science allowed me to explore many different perspectives and techniques for approaching challenges related to people, place and environment. Fieldwork and field courses were a big highlight for me, particularly a geomorphology and environmental hazards trip to New Zealand in my second year.
Studying geographical science allowed me to explore many different perspectives and techniques for approaching challenges related to people, place and environment. Fieldwork and field courses were a big highlight for me, particularly a geomorphology and environmental hazards trip to New Zealand in my second year.
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Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
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- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
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What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Environment & Society
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- Environmental Systems
- Climatology and Hydrology
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