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Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Science

ProviderThe University of Western Australia
Course code: TISCUP055UniversityStudy area: Agriculture, Environmental and Related StudiesCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

Career opportunities: Environmental Consultant, GIS Officer, GIS Analyst, Remote Sensing Specialist

The Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Science focuses on understanding the environmental processes including climate and hydrology that interact with landscapes, people and drive economies, including broader geography principles, demography and regional development. Develop strong skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), advanced remote sensing and spatial analysis that are in high demand by employers.

This hands-on degree involves significant learning in the field, laboratory activities, acquisition of advanced spatial data, and fundamental problem-solving skills to understand and recommend solutions to environmental issues. 

Why study this degree at UWA:

  • UWA is ranked 3rd in Australia and 44th in the world for Environmental Sciences and Engineering (GRAS 2024)
  • Graduates with GIS and spatial data skills are in high demand and command a salary premium in the job market
  • You'll have the opportunity to specialise in spatial sciences leading to a rewarding career in the geographical sciences field Get career-ready with a UWA degree

At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.

Entry requirements

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IB Diploma

28-30
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Past Offers

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Scored cases
Source countriesChina
Common pathwayBachelor background
Target levelBachelor degree
Offer fieldsBachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)
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ChinaBachelor background
Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)Bachelor degree · Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies) · Offshore
gpa 4GPA 2.76/4.02.76/4.00 · lower band · approx. top 30-35%

Course curriculum

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