Earth is the only planet we have and sustains all life, we believe understanding how it works and how humans interact with it should be part of everyone's education!
Our undergraduate courses are designed both for students looking to specialise and for those taking a few courses while majoring in other subjects.
Geography at UC is both a Science and an Arts subject, meaning you can major as either a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA). This gives you the flexibility to create a degree that fits your needs and interests.
Undergraduate study in Antarctic Studies and Water Resource Management
While you cannot major in Antarctic Studies or Water Resource Management as an undergraduate student, there are a range of courses you can take as part of any degree:
BEnvSci(Hons) is a four-year degree that you can take one of 6 majors.
The major options include:
There are numerous scholarships and prizes available to UC students at all levels.
We have key Geography and Geology Scholarships. Use the Scholarships database to search for other possible funding options.
Postgraduate study options are available in Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Antarctic Studies, Water Resource Management, Disaster Risk and Resilience, Engineering Geology, Geospatial Data Science, and Urban Resilience and Renewal.
Students wishing to go on to postgraduate study should check the degree options and requirements via the Postgraduate Study page, and make sure they seek advice about entry requirements early.
Study at the School of Earth and Environment | Te Kura Aronukurangi can lead to a wide range of work environments and a career possibilities.
