GESS-MIN Geography and sustainable societies

Geography and sustainable societies offers a uniquely integrated perspective on how humans interact with their environments in different places around the world. Known as the ‘interdisciplinary discipline’, it blends perspectives from social science, physical sciences and the humanities to investigate human-environment interactions and understand the deep interdependencies between society and the natural environment. This understanding of people, environment and place is essential for addressing the major global challenges we face today - from creating liveable cities and regenerating our landscapes to securing just climate futures and ensuring sustainable development for all.  

By studying geography and sustainable societies at Monash, you will join a community of internationally-renowned researchers and passionate students who not only want to understand the world but want to make it better. Geographers approach the world with curiosity and an open mind, with a genuine commitment to understanding issues in their context and striving for more just and sustainable futures.  

Our graduates are highly employable and move into a wide range of careers across government, international organisations, industry and civil society including roles in planning, policymaking, development, consulting, environmental management, communication, teaching, media and advocacy. You will be valued for your ability to use spatial data and to think across scales, linking local issues and processes to transnational and global ones. By studying geography and sustainable societies you will learn a wide range of transferable skills including critical thinking, research design, data analysis, field-work and communication skills.

Availability
Geography and sustainable societies is listed in A2000 Bachelor of Arts at Clayton as a major and a minor, and in A0502 Diploma of Liberal Arts at Clayton as a major.