Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Science and Master of Environmental Science
Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Science and Master of Environmental Science
Geographical and Spatial Sciences provide an understanding of environmental processes including atmospheric, aquatic, terrestrial and anthropogenic interactions (human-environment relationships). This Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above. You will complete the Geographical and Spatial Science extended major followed…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Geographical and Spatial Sciences provide an understanding of environmental processes including atmospheric, aquatic, terrestrial and anthropogenic interactions (human-environment relationships).
This Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above. You will complete the Geographical and Spatial Science extended major followed by units drawn from the Master of Environmental Science.
You’ll learn to
understand environmental processes including atmospheric, aquatic, terrestrial and anthropogenic interactions (human-environment relationships)
develop advanced skills in the use, manipulation, analysis and visualisation of spatial data
apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and advanced remote sensing technologies, to some of the World’s biggest challenges and develop skills that are highly sought after in the job market
conduct research with opportunities to collect field-based data and work in a range of laboratory environments
Course Structure
In your first three years will complete the Geographical and Spatial Science extended major, followed by a semester of postgraduate study covering units from the Master of Environmental Science. You can then choose to exit after three years with an Advanced Bachelor’s Degree in Geographical and Spatial Science; or continue with the Master of Environmental Science in your selected specialisation.
Why study this course?
UWA is ranked 2nd in Australia and 38th in the world for Environmental Sciences and Engineering (ARWU 2023)
Graduates with GIS and spatial science skills are in high demand, and therefore command a premium salary in the job market
Opportunity to specialise in the spatial and environmental sciences leading to rewarding careers across a broad range of industries
Make an impact provide solutions to the World’s biggest environmental challenges
Career Pathways
A degree in Geographical and Spatial Science can lead to careers in the following areas:
Geography and Spatial Sciences
Environmental Management
Marine and Coastal Science and Management
Catchment and Water Science and Management
Career pathways and industries:
Environmental regulation and consulting
Mining
Agriculture
Property and land development
Health
International development, NGOs and Not-for-profits
Career Opportunities
GIS Officer
Spatial/GIS Analyst
Spatial Data Scientist
Remote Sensing Specialist
Environmental Advisor/Consultant/Scientist
Sustainability Consultant
REQUIREMENTS
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete an international academic qualification equivalent to Australian High School (or equivalent).
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic): Overall minimum score of 6.5, no band lower than 6.0
TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): an overall score of 82 or above with a minimum score of 22 in writing, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 20 in listening
Pearsons Test of English (PTE) (academic): An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing sections, and no less than 54 in the other sections
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a proud member of the Group of Eight and is the only university in Western Australia to be ranked in the world top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2023).UWA’s main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia and is home to more than 23,000 students. Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city with over two million people from a variety of cultures worldwide, a strong economy and vibrant lifestyle. Perth is one of the country’s most affordable cities, the closest major Australian city to Asia, and in the same time zone as most of Asia.
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