Physical Geography - GEOGH23948
Stream Summary
Faculty: SCI - Faculty of Science
School: School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences
Contact: http://www.bees.unsw.edu.au
Program: 3948 - Adv Science (Honours) / Arts
Award(s):
Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) (Minor)
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Stream Outline
Geography is the study of social and environmental relationships. The cultural significance of geography lies in its contribution to an understanding of the total environment. Geographers are employed as professionals in urban management, regional planning, and environmental assessment.
Stream Structure
A minor in Physical Geography is comprised of 36 UOC of courses as follows:
Stage 1
Stage 2 / Stage 3
- 12 UOC from:
- GEOS2711 Australian Climate &Vegetation (6 UOC)
- GEOS2721 Aust. Surface Enviro & Land (6 UOC)
- GEOS2821 GIS (6 UOC)
- 12 UOC from:
- GEOS3721 Australian Soil Use & Mgmnt (6 UOC)
- GEOS3731 Geomorphology (6 UOC)
- GEOS3761 Environmental Change (6 UOC)
- GEOS3821 Geographic Data Analysis (6 UOC)
- GEOS3911 E.I.A. (6 UOC)
- GEOS3921 Coastal Resource Management (6 UOC)
Notes:
- Students completing a Geography or Physical Geography major cannot complete this minor;
- Not all GEOS3xxx courses run every year. Students should note this when planning their enrolment;
- GEOS3xxx courses have assumed knowledge requirements which may affect choice of GEOS2xxx courses. Students should read the course descriptions in the Handbook carefully and plan their enrolment accordingly.
