“Our expertise spans tourism geography, environmental geography, urban geography and geographical information technology, equipping students with the skills to create lasting impact in a rapidly changing world.”
Undergraduate Programmes
GEOGRAPHY IS OFFERED AS A SUBJECT IN SEVERAL DEGREE PROGRAMMES, IN THE FOLLOWING FACULTIES:
FACULTY OF ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES
BA (Development and the Environment)
The BA in Development and Environment is distinguished by its mandatory "core triad" of Geography, Sociology, and Public Management...
BA (Humanities)
The BA (Humanities) is the most flexible and broad-based degree in the faculty, serving as the "foundational" humanities track...
BA (Social Dynamics)
The BA (Social Dynamics) is a structured, research-oriented programme that bridges the gap between the broad Humanities and...
BA (Sport Science)
The BA in Sport Science is a high-stakes, selection-based degree that uniquely blends human biology with social sciences, requiring...
FACULTY OF SCIENCES
BSc in Geo-Environmental Science
The BSc in Geo-Informatics is a highly technical, science-based degree that functions as a professional gateway, distinguishing itself...
BA Earth Sciences (Stream: Geo-Environmental Sciences)
The BSc Earth Sciences (Geo-Environmental stream) is a rigorous natural science degree that focuses on the chemical and geological makeup...
Postgraduate programmes
FACULTY OF ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES
BAHons (Geography and Environmental Studies)
The BAHons in Geography and Environmental Studies deepens your understanding of urban, tourism and physical geography while developing advanced research skills and specialising in your chosen focus area.
FACULTY OF SCIENCES
BScHons (GeoInformatics)
The BScHons in GeoInformatics teaches you to manage and analyse spatial data using cutting-edge technologies, laying the foundation for a professional career in geoinformatics.
BScHons (Geography & Environmental Studies)
The BScHons in Geography and Environmental Studies builds on your undergraduate foundation with advanced coursework and research in physical, urban or environmental geography.
MA (Geography and Environmental Studies)
The MA in Geography and Environmental Studies is a research-based programme investigating pressing environmental and urban issues through a spatial lens, building expertise for leadership in the field.
MA (Geographical Information Systems)
The MA in Geographical Information Systems develops advanced skills in spatial data analysis and GIS methodology, applying cutting-edge geospatial tools to real-world environmental and planning challenges.
MSc in GeoInformatics
The MSc in GeoInformatics masters the application of spatial technologies to complex geographical problems, building the technical depth needed for advanced professional or research roles.
MSc in Geography and Environmental Studies
The MSc in Geography and Environmental Studies conducts advanced spatial research on human-environmental challenges, developing the expertise required for leadership roles in environmental science and policy.
PhD (Geography and Environmental Studies)
The PhD in Geography and Environmental Studies pursues original research to solve complex environmental or urban problems, making a meaningful contribution to new knowledge in the discipline.
PhD in GeoInformatics
The PhD in GeoInformatics develops innovative spatial technologies and conducts in-depth original research on environmental and geographical phenomena at the frontier of the discipline.
PhD in Geography and Environmental Studies
The PhD in Geography and Environmental Studies focuses on original, independent research addressing complex environmental or urban problems, contributing new knowledge to the field.