There are several reasons why one should study Geography and Environmental Science (GES). It is an important field for all humankind for the simple reason that humanity will forever rely on the environment and its resources for survival. We depend on it for food, economic and social development, health, water and other natural resources. Geography and Environmental Science helps us to understand the planet we call home. It is concerned with both the physical and human aspects of our environment. It involves the study of natural environments, societies, economies, human-environment relations and environmental management. The physical aspect of this study area emphasizes the systematic study of environmental processes, climate change, land forms and geologic developments. The human aspect focuses on development, cities and communities, economic processes, human behavior and interaction with the environment and cultural studies. You will gain an analytical and critical perception of the current state of the environment as well as global challenges such as climate change and sustainable development concepts, using state-of-the-art research methods and techniques such as geographic information systems This environmental study area allows you to choose from a range of units on offer, enabling you to shape your degree to suit your particular areas of interest. Some of the units include field trips to provide opportunities for experiential learning.