Geography courses

Geography goes beyond the study of different countries on a map. It's a broad discipline that includes a range of subjects and research methods.

You'll learn about the key geography concepts of place, space, and the environment, and explore how humans and animals interact in different regions.

Exact topics will vary depending on your course, but may include:

• Physical geography

• Human geography

• Food security

• Resource management

• Environmental management

• Sustainability

• Systems thinking

• Indigenous and decolonial perspectives

You will also learn a range of research techniques, such as:

• Statistical analysis

• Fieldwork

• Survey design

• Spatial data analysis, such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

• Other kinds of qualitative and quantitative analyses

If you’re not looking for a full degree, you can choose to study a single subject or short course in geography.

Read more about the benefits of single subject study.

Geography specialisations you can focus on include:

• Climate geography

• Animal geography

• Rural geography

• Urban geography

• Human geography

• Legal geography

• Indigenous geography

• Social and cultural geography

Not quite what you’re looking for? Browse related courses in sustainability, politics, sociology or Indigenous studies instead.

The study of geography will give you a better understanding of our world. You’ll discover fascinating details about different environments and how humans and other beings interact with them.

After graduating, you can contribute to critical challenges facing our planet, such as how to adapt to the climate crisis and plan for a growing population.

Your communication, data analysis, research and critical thinking skills will be sought after by employers across a range of professions. This will give you many career pathways to choose from.

Studying doesn’t have to dominate your life. As an online student, you have the flexibility to fit your course around a 9 to 5 job, parenting responsibilities, and carer responsibilities. If you want to travel overseas to learn about a region, or complete an internship that will enhance your job prospects, you can, because you don’t have to be in a lecture hall at a set time every week.

Online study is also more accessible for students with disabilities, because you can study from a location that suits you, at times that suit you.

Geography graduates work in academia, for government departments, and in the private sector.

You may find work in fields such as:

• Climate change assessment and consulting

• Community development

• Conservation, heritage and land management

• Environmental science

• Geographic information systems (GIS)

• Mapping and cartography

• Market research

• Surveying and geomatics

• Public policy

• Sustainability

• Tourism management

• Research

After completing a degree in geography, you might be interested in further study. An additional qualification can lead to work in an area such as:

• Urban planning

• Meteorology

• Surveying

• Education

Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we may be able to help you find a pathway into your course.

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Enrolling online is simple. Here’s how it works:

1. Find your course

• Browse the options on this page.

• Use our comparison tool to explore the different choices.

• Need help? Book a free phone consultation with a student advisor for personalised guidance.

2. Start your enrolment

• When you’re ready, click ‘Start studying now’ on the course page.

• Follow the prompts to begin your enrolment.

• You’ll need to provide supporting documents, such as:

  • Proof of identity

  • Your tax file number

  • A Unique Student Identifier (USI)

3. Wait for confirmation

Your chosen university will email you to confirm if your enrolment has been successful.

Note: Some courses have enquiries and applications handled directly by the university. If this applies, it will be clearly stated on the course listing page.

For more details, check our online self-service enrolment guide. And if you need help at any stage, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.