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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography)

Course code: #742

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography)

It looks like the University no longer offers this program.

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $31,728 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    003283D

Highlights
Fieldwork
Practical Experience
Research

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 24-December-2021 2021-12-24
Spring-July 27-June-2022 2022-06-27
Fall-February 24-December-2022 2022-12-24
Spring-July 27-June-2023 2023-06-27

Overview

Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography)

This Major is not currently being offered.

Physical Geography is the study of patterns and processes operating at the Earth’s surface, incorporating the atmosphere, hydrosphere (oceans, rivers and glaciers), pedosphere (soils), Geo-sphere (rocks) and biosphere. 

You will examine a range of contemporary, 21st century research challenges on a local and global scale, and utilize your skills and knowledge to help address these in innovative ways.

The Bachelor of Science is a flexible three year degree which allows you to choose from a variety of majors. In addition to these majors, opportunities exist for you to select additional minors to explore other areas of study.

What you will study

The Bachelor of Science major in Physical Geography includes fieldwork, practical experience and research.

Your learning experience will take advantage of Wollongong’s superb setting amidst a variety of landscapes, soils and rivers, as well as freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems unique to the Illawarra. 

You will learn a range of skills and techniques, including land-form interpretation, geochemistry and Geo-chronology in addition to the application of the latest technologies in spatial sciences, such as global positioning, geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing (drones and earth observation satellites). 

This degree will present wide-ranging career pathways which may include coastal or estuarine management officer, environmental consultant, spatial data officer, hydrologist, soil scientist and Geo-scientist.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$46,791

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,052
Accommodation 1 bed room $15,063
Tuition 1 person $31,728

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official translations of documents in a language other than English
  • Work Experience Documents (If applicable)

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

70
17
listening
18
writing
17
speaking
18
reading

PTE

54
47
listening
54
writing
47
speaking
54
reading

Cambridge

169
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

If you do not already meet the English requirements for your chosen course, you can complete an English course at UOW College Australia. 

UOW also recognises English language courses offered by some other colleges in Sydney.

A guide to the length of the English course you may need to study is provided below. 

Please note that this table should only be considered a guide. Lower Writing scores may mean you'll need to study English for longer.

Score at time of applicationEstimated time required to reach IELTS entry score (weeks)
IELTSTOEFL5.05.56.06.57.0
6.586    12
6.070  6*1218
5.554 6#121824
5.040 12182430
4.5 1218243036
4.0 1824303642
3.5 2430364248
3.0 3036424848+

* for students with 6.0 overall but 5.5 in either reading or writing
# for students with 5.5 overall but less than 5.0 in reading or writing 


Academic background and requirement

Applicants must have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to completing 13 years of schooling in Australia.

To succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. 

This is particularly important for degrees with a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.

 

China:

  • Gao Kao: 60%
  • Senior High School Year 3: 80%

India:

  • ICSE, CBSE & specified states: 65%
  • Other State Boards: 70%

Iran:

  • Pre-University Certificate: 14

 

Academic Pathways:

  1. University Entrance Program (UEP): has been specifically designed for students who have not met the direct entry requirements for a UOW bachelor's degree and is also suitable for students who have experienced a significant disadvantage during their secondary school education.
  2. Foundation Studies: is a university preparation course specifically designed for international students who have not completed secondary schooling or met the direct entry requirements for a UOW Bachelor's degree.

Career opportunities

  • Coastal or Estuarine Management Officer
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Spatial Data Officer
  • Hydrologist
  • Soil Scientist
  • Geo-scientist

Wollongong weather chart

Wollongong weather chart

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