Geographical Sciences draft

Program Overview

The Geographical Sciences program at UWA delves into the interrelations between humans and the environment. Graduates become experts in environmental processes, spatial analysis, and problem-solving using GIS and Remote Sensing technologies. This opens doors to careers in environmental management, landscape architecture, and marine science, where they apply their knowledge to address critical global challenges. Additionally, honors graduates can pursue advanced research opportunities through the Master of Environmental Science program.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Geographical Sciences is the study of the Earth's landscapes, peoples, places and environments.

Objectives:

Graduates will develop an understanding of environmental processes including atmospheric, aquatic, terrestrial and anthropogenic interactions. Graduates of this major work in positions that require an understanding of, and the science behind complex human-environment interactions.

Description:

Geographical Sciences equips graduates with skills to understand and provide solutions to complex human-environment interactions that drive environmental change. Geographical Sciences is the science of place and space providing an understanding of humans, environments, and the dynamic relationships between them. Geographers study the Earth's climate and landscapes, as well as people and the communities in which they live. Geographical Scientists are in-demand as graduates for their ability to draw answers from complex spatial data using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing Technologies. This major incorporates a wide range of opportunities to develop career relevant skills including GIS, field-based data collection and analysis, as well as professional communication approaches such as policy briefs, consultancy reports and oral presentation.

Careers:

Studying a major in Geographical Science can lead to careers in the following areas:

• Environmental Management
• Landscape Management
• Marine and Coastal Science and Management
• Catchment and Water Science and Management
Industries hiring Marine and Coastal Processes graduates include:
• Environmental regulation and consulting
• Mining
• Agriculture
• Property and land development
• Health

Other:

An Honours in Geographical Sciences provides you with the skills and knowledge to engage in the advanced analysis of spatial patterns and processes in natural and built environments. It provides you with training in conceptual methodological approaches to geographical inquiry and develops an appreciation of the links between theory and practice in geography. You will also engage in an independent research project on a topic of geographical significance. Students are eligible for advanced entry into four specialisations of the UWA Master of Environmental Science degree. This allows students to complete a coursework, or coursework and thesis Masters in: Catchments and Water; Environmental Management; Marine and Coastal Management or Sensing and Spatial Data Science specialisations across 18 months or 3 semesters of study. Entry to the Environmental Rehabilitation or Environmental Economics specialisations is possible with conversion (an extra semester of study).