臥龍崗大學(xué)

Human Geography is the study of people and place. Human Geographers examine social and environmental problems in a holistic way, and apply spatial thinking to help resolve social conflicts and environmental crises. At UOW, Human Geographers investigate solutions to issues around climate change, economic development, environmental management, population and cultural change, and urban, rural and regional planning.

This degree

The Bachelor of Science (Human Geography) program at UOW includes the opportunity to undertake practicals and fieldwork, taking advantage of the local Illawarra environment including urban and heritage landscapes, coastal landscapes, rainforest escarpment and freshwater ecosystems.

What you will study

As a Science student, you will learn skills in logical and critical thinking, creative problem-solving, practical research, organisation and project management, numeracy, statistical literacy, computer applications (including geographic information systems), and strong communication.

Why choose this course

Our leading researchers will give you the chance to combine wide learning with practical experience using our many regional and international networks. Our graduates are highly sought after because they are equipped with a portfolio of intellectual and technical abilities.

UOW has three main areas of expertise in Human Geography, and Land and Heritage Management research.

People and their environments: examining how people perceive, use and reappraise the non-human world across the local to the global scale and in different contexts.
Living in a cosmopolitan, urbanised world: investigating how people's identities and actions are shaped by their everyday encounters with others, especially in multicultural cities.
Changing economies: investigating how new industries can create pathways to a more sustainable future.

Career opportunities

Geologist
Geographer
Research Officer

Heritage Officer

Policy/Project Officer

Hydrologist

Tourism and Recreation Planner

Geospatial Intelligence Officer

Market Researcher

Cartographer

Climatologist

Ranger

Environmental Health Officer

International Aid Officer