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.
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)
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Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
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
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