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About the course
This Doctor of Philosophy in Geography and Sustainable Communities is a research degree that supports you to pursue an original project addressing places, people and sustainability. You will join an active research community, work with expert supervisors, and develop advanced research and scholarly communication skills. Study can be on campus or by distance, with a full-time or part-time equivalent pathway, in Environmental Science. The programme advances scientific inquiry through supervised laboratory or field research, data analysis, and thesis-based discovery.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for research-led careers where advanced geographic and sustainability expertise is valued. Typical pathways include academic and research roles, policy and planning positions in government, consulting in environment and sustainability, and analytical roles in NGOs and industry. The PhD also supports progression to senior specialist and leadership roles requiring independent research capability in Environmental Science. Preparing graduates for scientific research, R&D leadership, and doctoral study in the sciences.
Living Costs in Wollongong**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320 |
Average Salary***
