Bachelor of Science

*This is a minimum figure and may be higher for selected majors.

Overview

These Bachelor of Science programs allow students to combine an exciting Human Geography program with Physical Geography and other science subjects. The Human Geography major offers a great deal of flexibility and choice, while the specialist Land and Heritage Management major is more prescribed.

As a Science student, you will learn skills valuable to employers, including logical and critical thinking, creative problem-solving, practical research skills, organisational abilities, numeracy, statistical literacy, computer skills and strong communication. You will undertake practical and fieldwork, taking advantage of the superb local environment including urban and heritage landscapes, coastal landscapes, rain forested escarpment and freshwater ecosystems.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Science will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of scientific and social science concepts and theories to understand the world, its people and places.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of key geographical approaches and conceptual frameworks, including the importance of space and place as dimensions of human activity across geographical scales from the body to the global.
3. Apply insights from science and social science to identify, in collaboration with others, solve diverse, unpredictable and often complex social problems, with a depth of application of geographical thinking.
4. Collect, review, manage and interpret qualitative and quantitative data relating to human activity, with a depth of knowledge regarding spatial data.
5. Present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge, ideas and research findings.
6. Appreciate the importance of ethical behavior in scholarship and professional practice when applying critical thinking and judgment.
7. Recognise the importance of diversity in understanding and responding to social challenges when applying critical thinking and judgment.

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Science requires the following:

1. No more than 60 credit points at 100 level;
2. A minimum of 32 credit points at 300 level; and
3. Students must achieve a Pass grade (not Pass Supplementary) or higher in at least 24 credit points of 300 level core subjects which form part of a Science major.

Major: Human Geography

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. This makes Human Geography an immediately socially-relevant discipline. Human Geographers make an essential contribution to environmental management, urban planning, and the management of social and economic change.

*Students are encouraged to choose elective subjects from the arts and social sciences, such as history, economics and sociology. The following electives are strongly recommended:

Major: Land and Heritage Management

This specialist program combines Physical and Human Geography with other relevant subjects to provide the skills and knowledge required for employment or research on both cultural and natural heritage issues. This is a prescribed program of study comprising core and optional subjects as set out below.

Dean’s Scholar

A Dean's Scholar program is available. More information can be found here.

Honours

Students with a good academic record, particularly in third year, are encouraged to proceed to the Honours year in the discipline of their major. The Honours year is a fourth year of study that provides training in independent research. More information can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: ssc@uow.edu.au