Central Queensland University
Bachelor of Arts (Geography)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationStudy the Bachelor of Arts to equip yourself with a multidisciplinary education in a range of humanities and social sciences disciplines. Discover unlimited choices in exploring your passion and interests.
You'll experience a variety of perspectives, methodologies and learning styles and explore disciplines that study the way humans recognise, record and debate human practices, meanings and values. This will aid you in developing a contemporary understanding of both the human condition and how society operates.
Geography
You'll explore Australian geography and climate whilst forming practical skills with Geography Information Systems (GIS). This major also extends your knowledge into human geography, demographic analysis and sustainable environments.
Delivery mode
Central Queensland University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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- 554-700 Yaamba Road, Norman Gardens
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no ore than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Geography) will prepare you for the following roles.
Cartographer
A Cartographer creates maps and visual representations of geographical areas, using data and artistic skills. You may work for government agencies,...
Geographer
A Geographer analyses the Earth's physical characteristics, including landforms, climates, and ecosystems, while also studying human interaction wi...
Geography Teacher
A Geography Teacher educates students about Earth’s landscapes, environments, and human interactions with these spaces. You’ll plan and deliver les...
Geomorphologist
A Geomorphologist studies the formation and evolution of landforms, focusing on processes like erosion, sedimentation, and weathering. You’ll condu...
GIS Analyst
A GIS Analyst uses spatial science data to prepare information for the construction industry. You might create plans, drawings, maps or charts for...
About Central Queensland University
CQUniversity Australia has been on a phenomenal trajectory in recent years and its remarkable growth in student numbers, new courses, new campuses, infrastructure and reputation has seen it emerge as one of Australia’s truly great universities.
