Geography is an environmental science concerned with the causes and organisation of natural and human phenomena across the globe.
It is primarily an integrative discipline aiming to establish knowledge of inter-relationships between and among human and natural systems.
This major is available for the Bachelors of Arts (BA) and Science (BSc) respectively.
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Did you know?
Geography provides a basis for comprehending and managing many of the issues facing NZ and the World.
These issues include environmental conservation and degradation, social and economic structures, development regions, demographic influences on society, the spatial characteristics and problems of cities and rural areas, and management of water, soil, air and biological resources.
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Career opportunities
Geography graduates work in the public and private sectors. Their skills and interdisciplinary outlook prepare them for a diverse range of careers.
Central government departments, state-owned enterprises, local government and private corporations employ Geography graduates in areas such as regional and resource planning, environmental management, natural resources (especially water) analysis, social and economic research, social services and tourism.
Geographers also become teachers. Many graduates have studied for higher degrees at Otago or at universities in North America, Australia and the UK.
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Further info
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Write to or visit:
Department of Geography
4th floor, Richardson Building
University of Otago
PO Box 56, Dunedin |
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