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\n\t\t\tMajor Programmes\t<\/h2>\n\t

Whether you want to pursue Geography as your primary discipline, strengthen your existing degree with geographical perspectives, or develop scientific expertise in environmental sustainability, our programmes equip you with the knowledge and skills to understand today’s challenges, and shape tomorrow’s solutions.<\/p>\n

Click on the programme cards below to explore the pathway that’s right for you.<\/p>\n\t

First Major in Geography<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t

Become a Geographer.<\/strong> Study Geography as your primary discipline and develop the skills and perspectives to understand and shape a rapidly changing world.<\/p>\nExplore more –><\/a>\t\n\t

Second Major in Geography<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t

Expand your perspective.<\/strong> Enhance your primary discipline with geographical thinking and analysis to solve complex problems from new perspectives.<\/p>\nExplore more –><\/a>\t\n\t

Second Major in Environmental Science and Sustainability<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t

Turn science into impact.<\/strong> Develop the environmental science expertise needed to\u00a0 create evidence-based solutions to help build a more sustainable future.<\/p>\nExplore more –><\/a>\t\n

\n\t\t\tFirst Major in Geography\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tBecome a Geographer\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\"dibakar-roy-uJWesAn5J1w-unsplash\"\n\t

Climate change, urbanisation, migration, inequality, resource management, and geopolitical change are reshaping societies around the world. Understanding these challenges requires examining how people, places, and environments interact.<\/p>\n

The First Major in Geography equips students to understand these complex relationships and develop evidence-based solutions to real-world challenges. Combining human geography, physical geography, and geospatial technologies, students gain the knowledge, analytical skills, and practical experience to help shape more resilient, sustainable, and equitable futures.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Why This Major?<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Understand the world’s most pressing challenges: <\/strong>Explore the forces shaping our planet through an integrated understanding of people, places, and environments.<\/p>\n

Develop a Geographer’s perspective: <\/strong>Learn to see connections that others miss. Understand how environmental, social, political, and economic processes interact across places and scales, and use that perspective to tackle complex real-world challenges.<\/p>\n

Learn through research and practice: <\/strong>Build expertise through fieldwork, GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and independent research, while applying your learning to real-world environmental and societal issues.<\/p>\n

Shape the future with evidence: <\/strong>Develop the analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills to generate evidence, inform decision-making, and contribute to a better future.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Possible Career Pathways<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Urban Planning & Sustainable Development<\/strong>: Design more liveable cities
<\/strong>Shape how people experience cities by contributing to urban planning, transport systems, public spaces, and sustainable development.<\/p>\n

Climate Change & Environmental Management<\/strong>: Respond to climate and environmental challenges
<\/strong>Develop strategies for climate adaptation, disaster resilience, water security, and natural resource management.<\/p>\n

Conservation & Biodiversity Management<\/strong>: Protect nature and biodiversity
<\/strong>Conserve ecosystems, restore landscapes, and support environmental stewardship through research and spatial analysis.<\/p>\n

Public Sector & Government<\/strong>: Help governments make better decisions
<\/strong>Use geographical research and evidence to inform policies on housing, climate resilience, migration, transport, public health, and regional development.<\/p>\n

Geospatial & Data Analytics<\/strong>: Reveal patterns hidden in data
<\/strong>Use GIS, remote sensing, and spatial analytics to solve problems for governments, businesses, researchers, and communities.<\/p>\n

Research, Consulting & Development<\/strong>: Understand the world to shape it
<\/strong>Work across research, consulting, international development, and public policy to tackle some of society’s most pressing environmental and social challenges.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Requirements<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

View all Geography<\/strong> courses<\/a><\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to view Graduation Requirements for cohorts admitted before AY2021\/22.<\/p>\n

Cohort 2026 onwards<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pass at least 60 Units<\/strong> of GE courses or GE-recognised courses which include the following:
a) GE1101E<\/strong> (gateway course)
b) A minimum of 20 Units at level-2000
c) A minimum of 16 Units at level-3000
d) A minimum of 12 Units at level-4000 or higher
e) A maximum of one level-5000 GE module (subject to departmental approval)<\/p>\n

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Cohort 2021 to 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pass at least 60 Units<\/strong> of GE courses or GE-recognised courses which include the following:
a) GE1101E<\/strong> (gateway course)<\/p>\n

b) All FIVE of the following:
i. GE2101<\/strong> Methods and Practices in Geography
ii. GE2102<\/strong> Politics, Economies And Space
iii. GE2103<\/strong> Our Planet: an Earth Systems Science Perspective
iv. GE2215<\/strong> Introduction to GIS
v. GE2231<\/strong> Living Space: Introducing Social and Cultural Geography<\/p>\n

c) A minimum of 16 Units at level-3000<\/p>\n

d) A minimum of 20 Units at level-4000 or higher<\/p>\n

e) A maximum of one level-5000 GE module (subject to departmental approval)<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Mentorship Scheme<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\tNEW! <\/sup>Connect with a faculty mentor who can help you navigate the Geography major, explore opportunities, and make the most of your university experience.\nClick here<\/a> for more information.<\/strong>\n

\n\t\t\tSecond Major in Geography\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tExpand your perspective\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\"zion-c-hABDS3HYAfg-unsplash\"\n\t

The world’s biggest challenges do not exist within the boundaries of a single discipline. Understanding how people, places, and environments interact can transform the way you approach complex problems.<\/p>\n

The Second Major in Geography complements your primary discipline with spatial thinking, human-environment perspectives, and geospatial technologies. Students develop the analytical skills to interpret spatial patterns, evaluate real-world challenges, and generate evidence that supports better decisions across an increasingly interconnected world.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Why This Major?<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Add a spatial perspective to your discipline: Understand how location, place, and human-environment interactions influence the challenges faced in your primary discipline.<\/p>\n

Expand your analytical toolkit: Develop practical skills in GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and field-based research that complement your primary discipline and are increasingly valued across industries.<\/p>\n

Turn data into better decisions: Go beyond numbers by understanding the environmental, social, and spatial processes that shape patterns, behaviour, and decision-making in the real world.<\/p>\n

Stand out in a competitive workforce: Differentiate yourself with interdisciplinary expertise that combines your primary field with geographical perspectives, enabling you to approach problems from new angles and create more effective solutions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Possible Career Pathways<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Business Strategy & Intelligence<\/b>: Help businesses make smarter decisions
<\/strong>Use spatial data and location intelligence to identify new markets, optimise operations, understand customer behaviour, and support business strategy.<\/p>\n

Urban Development<\/strong>: Design better infrastructure
<\/strong>Support engineering, transport, and urban development projects by bringing together environmental understanding and human perspectives.<\/p>\n

Sustainability & ESG<\/strong>: Strengthen climate and sustainability strategies
<\/strong>Help organisations assess climate risks, improve resilience, and develop evidence-based sustainability initiatives.<\/p>\n

Public Sector & Government<\/strong>: Inform better public policy
<\/strong>Support governments and public agencies by analysing issues such as housing, mobility, population change, disaster resilience, and community development.<\/p>\n

Interdisciplinary Problem Solving<\/strong>: Bring Geographical perspectives into any career
Whether in business, engineering, computing, public health, or the social sciences, use geographical perspectives to solve complex problems that have a spatial dimension.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Requirements<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

View all Geography<\/strong> courses<\/a><\/p>\n

Cohort 2026 onwards<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pass at least 40 Units<\/strong> of GE courses or GE-recognised courses which include the following:
a) GE1101E<\/strong> (gateway course)
b) A minimum of 20 Units at level-2000
c) A minimum of 16 Units at level-3000\/4000<\/p>\n

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Cohort 2021-2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pass at least 40 Units<\/strong> of GE courses or GE-recognised courses which include the following:
a) GE1101E<\/strong> (gateway course)<\/p>\n

b) All FIVE of the following:
i. GE2101<\/strong> Methods and Practices in Geography
ii. GE2102<\/strong> Politics, Economies And Space
iii. GE2103<\/strong> Our Planet: an Earth Systems Science Perspective
iv. GE2215<\/strong> Introduction to GIS
v. GE2231<\/strong> Living Space: Introducing Social and Cultural Geography<\/p>\n

c) A minimum of 16 Units at level-3000 or higher<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Mentorship Scheme<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\tNEW!\u00a0<\/sup>Connect with a faculty mentor who can help you navigate the Geography major, explore opportunities, and make the most of your university experience.\nClick\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/strong>\n

\n\t\t\tSecond Major in Environmental Science for Sustainability\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tTurn science into impact\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\"ESS\n\tClimate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and resource scarcity are among the defining challenges of our time. Addressing them requires more than awareness. It will require people who understand how environmental systems work, and who can translate scientific evidence into real-world solutions.\nThe Second Major in Environmental Science for Sustainability (ESS) prepares students to do exactly that. Through environmental science, geospatial technologies, field and laboratory research, and interdisciplinary learning, students develop the knowledge and practical skills to drive sustainability solutions and make a meaningful impact in an increasingly complex world.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Why This Major?<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Build scientific expertise: <\/strong>Understand the science behind climate change, ecosystems, pollution, and biodiversity, to develop the knowledge needed to solve complex environmental challenges.<\/p>\n

Learn the tools that drive sustainability: <\/strong>Develop practical skills in the technologies increasingly shaping environmental decision-making: GIS, remote sensing, environmental modelling, field investigation, laboratory techniques, and environmental data science.<\/p>\n

Turn science into real-world impact: <\/strong>Apply scientific evidence to conservation, climate adaptation, natural resource management, environmental assessment, and sustainability planning through fieldwork, internships, and applied research.<\/p>\n

Complement your primary discipline: <\/strong>Whether you study Science, Engineering, Computing, Business, or the Humanities, ESS gives you the environmental science expertise needed to contribute meaningfully to sustainability challenges across multiple sectors.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Possible Career Pathways<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Public Sector & Environmental Policy<\/strong>: Help Singapore prepare for climate change
<\/strong>Use environmental science to improve flood resilience, coastal protection, water security, and climate adaptation.<\/p>\n

Conservation & Biodiversity Management<\/strong>: Protect ecosystems and biodiversity
<\/strong>Design conservation strategies, restore ecosystems, monitor wildlife, and safeguard natural environments using field science and geospatial technologies.<\/p>\n

Conservation & Biodiversity Management<\/strong>: Build more sustainable cities
<\/strong>Work with environmental scientists, planners, and engineers to improve urban resilience, environmental quality, and sustainable development.<\/p>\n

Finance & ESG<\/strong>: Shape the future of sustainable finance
Use environmental data, carbon accounting, climate risk assessment, and ESG analytics to support the growing green and climate finance sector.<\/p>\n

Environmental Consulting & Geospatial Analytics<\/strong>: Use data to solve environmental problems
<\/strong>Apply GIS, remote sensing, environmental modelling, and data science to understand changing landscapes and support evidence-based decision-making.<\/p>\n

Corporate Sustainability<\/strong>: Drive sustainability across industries
<\/strong>Help organisations reduce environmental impact, measure sustainability performance, and support the transition towards a low-carbon economy.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Requirements<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t

View all Geography<\/strong> courses<\/a><\/p>\n

Core Essentials (16 units required)<\/p>\n