Certificate in Science in Geography

University of Canterbury

If you want to study science at university level without having to commit to a full-time degree, you might consider the Certificate in Science (CertSc). It is also an option if you want to take a few courses for interest, or study part-time. Study Involve: Choose from a range of subjects that suit your specific science interests ranging from Astronomy, to Environmental Science, Medicinal Chemistry, and Psychology. Complete a minimum of 60 points of courses at 100 and/or 200-level from Bachelor of Science subjects. This Certificate can be completed within one semester full-time, or part time for up to 6 years. Courses can be transferred to some degrees and is a great pathway to the Bachelor of Science. Geography is the study of human behaviour, the environment we live in, and the relationship between both. This field combines arts and sciences to find innovative solutions to our society’s most pressing issues and debates, and the human response to these challenges, such as climate change, poverty, sustainability, health, and inequality. Study Involve: Explore different pathways in geography: physical geography, human geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and resource and environmental management. Practical workshops, labs, and fieldtrips to examine geographical processes outside of the classroom – including urban mobility and planning. You will get the opportunity to undertake research with community partners that supports resilient environments and communities through research.

Faculty of Science