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About the course
The Undergraduate Certificate in Geography is a short, part-time course for people interested in starting a pathway into geography at Curtin. It introduces core geographical ideas and skills and can provide credit for the four units completed, potentially supporting entry into the Geography major within the Bachelor of Arts and other Curtin programs. This is an undergraduate certificate in environmental and geographic studies. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.
What you might learn
You’ll learn to apply geographical principles in different contexts, use critical and creative problem-solving, and communicate geographical concepts using appropriate technology. The course emphasises global perspectives and standards, respectful engagement with Indigenous values and knowledges, and professional practice both independently and in teams, supporting ongoing, life-long learning in geography.
Career outcome
This undergraduate certificate can support entry-level or paraprofessional work where geographic understanding is valued, and it can also act as a pathway with credit toward further study such as the Geography major in the Bachelor of Arts. Graduates may apply foundational skills in mapping, spatial thinking and communicating geographic information across government, community and environmental contexts. This is an undergraduate certificate focused on geography and environmental systems. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.
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