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Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography)
The Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography) is the study of patterns and processes in the environment caused by the forces of nature, with a particular emphasis on their spatial arrangement and evolution over time.
It examines environmental and ecological problems facing the world and provides the skills and knowledge to help manage them.
You will focus on understanding physical landscapes and the dynamics of environmental processes acting on the surface of the Earth, which is essential for the identification, assessment and management of environmental issues. You will also study the implications and environmental geological aspects of resource utilisation on Earth.
Major Learning Outcomes
- Describe and synthesise knowledge about the importance of physical geography and its relationship to human-landscape interactions.
- Apply knowledge to understand the complex interplay of Earth surface processes.
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge of research principles and methods associated with physical geography.
- Integrate technical and cognitive skills in reviewing, analysing and synthesising information to address specific topics in physical geography.
- Exercise critical thinking, initiative and judgement in understanding complex environmental systems.
- Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to a variety of audiences.
Course Structure
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100-Level | |||
| Core | |||
| EESC101 | Planet Earth | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC103 | Landscape Change and Climatology | 6 | Autumn |
| GEOG122 | Human Geography II: Living in a Material World | 6 | Spring |
| Total for major at 100-level: | 18 | ||
| Recommended Electives | |||
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A (if required) | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC102 | Earth Environments and Resources | 6 | Spring |
| SCIE103 | Climate Change | 6 | Spring |
| 200-Level | |||
| Core | |||
| EESC203 | Biogeography and Environmental Change | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC204 | Introductory Spatial Science | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| EESC202 | Shaping Earth's Surface | 6 | Spring |
| Plus at least one other subject chosen from Earth & Environmental Sciences schedule at 200-level. Recommended options include: | |||
| GEOG222 | Environmental Impact of Societies | 6 | Spring |
| EESC250 | Field Geology | 6 | Summer |
| Total for major at 200-level: | 24 | ||
| 300-Level | |||
| Core | |||
| EESC303 | Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology | 8 | Autumn |
| EESC302 | Coastal Environments: Process and Management | 8 | Spring |
| Plus ONE of the following subjects: | |||
| EESC305 | Remote Sensing of the Environment | 8 | Autumn |
| EESC304 | Geographic Information Science | 8 | Spring |
| Total for major at 300-level: | 24 | ||
| Recommended Electives | |||
| EESC305 | Remote Sensing of the Environment | 8 | Autumn |
| EESC309 | Dung, Death and Decay: Modern scientific methods in archaeology | 8 | Autumn |
| EESC304 | Geographic Information Science | 8 | Spring |
| EESC310 | Water Resources and Management | 8 | Spring |
| Sub-total for major | 66 | ||
| Plus additional subjects chosen from the Science Schedule | 24 | ||
| Total for major | 90 | ||
| Plus elective subjects chosen from the Science or General Schedules | 54 | ||
| Degree Total | 144 | ||
Honours
See separate entry for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
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:
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Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au