Overview

Science at Macquarie has a strong focus on peer-assisted learning and practical work, both in the field and in our high-quality laboratories. This hands-on approach will allow you to develop your scientific research skills, critical thinking and problem solving ability.

Learn from internationally recognised researchers and gain state-of-the-art scientific knowledge.

Geography is a wide-ranging discipline. It encompasses social, physical, biophysical and environmental sciences and the humanities. Applied geography offers avenues for study within physical and human geography.

Geographers strive to understand how the Earth works and how humans interact with the Earth and with each other at a range of geographical scales.

• Physical geographers are interested in environments, resources and management processes in relation to landforms, geographic information science, soils, global and regional climate change, pollution and erosion, and natural hazards.
• Human geographers focus on human–nature relationships, social change and social inclusion, urban, regional and remote planning, and human rights.

Degrees offering Geography

Key features

• Teachers are leading researchers and practitioners with expertise in climate change, landscape management, social inclusion, urban studies and planning, international development and Indigenous rights.
• Emphasis on research and practical skills.
• You can complete many units by distance education (external study). Some study on campus required.

Location

North Ryde

Suitable for

Students with an interest in place, geography, and social and environmental change.

HECS Course fee

AUD $8,050 p.a.

Student amenities fee

Information on the Student services and amenities fee