Human Geography or Physical Geography
(Taught by the Faculty of Science)

Major Study

Human Geography or Physical Geography may be undertaken as a second major in the Bachelor of Arts, provided that the first major is selected from one of the major studies offered by the Faculty of Arts, and also provided that all the degree requirements are met. Students wishing to major in Human Geography can follow the course structure outlined below. Students wishing to major in Physical Geography in the BA degree must complete 60 credit points as outlined in the course structures for the Bachelor of Science (course code 742). (You are not required to complete the additional elective subjects). Please refer to the course structures of the Bachelor of Science for details of the major. Students anticipating a career in teaching would be well advised to choose options from both physical and human geography, and may also choose Geology subjects depending on the prerequisites.

Human Geography

Human Geography encompasses the study of human societies and human environments. Understanding and helping to resolve conflicts and crises makes Human Geography an immediately socially-relevant discipline. Human Geographers make an essential contribution to environmental management, urban planning, and the management of social and economic change.