Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia.
In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.
IELTS Academic: Overall Score 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0
TOEFL (Internet-based): Overall Score 70, Reading 18, Writing18, Listening 17, Speaking 17
Physical Geography is the study of patterns and processes operating at the Earth’s surface, incorporating the atmosphere, hydrosphere (oceans, rivers and glaciers), pedosphere (soils), geosphere (rocks) and biosphere. You will examine a range of contemporary, 21st century research challenges on a local and global scale, and utilise your skills and knowledge to help address these in innovative ways.
The Bachelor of Science is a flexible three year degree which allows you to choose from a variety of majors. In addition to these majors, opportunities exist for you to select additional minors to explore other areas of study.
What you will study
The Bachelor of Science major in Physical Geography includes fieldwork, practical experience and research. Your learning experience will take advantage of Wollongong’s superb setting amidst a variety of landscapes, soils and rivers, as well as freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems unique to the Illawarra. You will learn a range of skills and techniques, including landform interpretation, geochemistry and geochronology in addition to the application of the latest technologies in spatial sciences, such as global positioning, geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing (drones and earth observation satellites). This degree will present wide-ranging career pathways which may include coastal or estuarine management officer, environmental consultant, spatial data officer, hydrologist, soil scientist and geoscientist.
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Geologist
Geographer
Research Officer
Heritage Officer
Policy/Project Officer
Hydrologist
Tourism and Recreation Planner
Geospatial Intelligence Officer
Market Researcher
Cartographer
Climatologist
Ranger
Environmental Health Officer
International Aid Officer
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
