Geography teaches you how people, places and the environment connect. Some careers below also need Mathematics, so check the subject column before you choose.
Careers that use Geography
| Career | Other subjects you'll usually need |
|---|---|
| Town and regional planner | Mathematics is often required. |
| GIS specialist (mapping and spatial data) | Mathematics is usually required. |
| Environmental scientist | Mathematics, and often Life Sciences or Physical Sciences. |
| Land surveyor | Mathematics, often with a high mark. |
| Meteorologist | Mathematics and Physical Sciences. |
| Disaster risk manager | Varies; many programmes accept Maths Literacy. |
| Tourism and travel professional | Maths Literacy is usually accepted. |
| Geography teacher | Geography at school, plus English. |
Always check the latest rules. Each university sets its own subject minimums and APS, and they can change every year. Use this page as a guide, then confirm on the university's prospectus before you choose subjects or apply.
See what you qualify for
Work out your APS, then use the EduRance app to see matching courses and bursaries for your exact subjects and marks.
Study routes that build on Geography
Geography connects to environmental management, geographic information systems, urban and regional planning, climate and earth sciences, conservation, teaching, tourism and development studies.
Before you choose a course
- Check whether the route needs Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences alongside Geography.
- Read the module list to see how much fieldwork, mapping, data analysis or policy work is included.
- Compare science, humanities and technology programmes because they prepare learners for different kinds of work.
Frequently asked questions
Is Geography a good subject for Grade 10?
Yes. It pairs well with both Maths and Maths Literacy, and it's useful for planning, environmental and tourism careers.
Can I do town planning with Maths Literacy?
Usually not at university level. Most planning degrees need Mathematics.
What pays well with Geography?
Technical fields such as GIS, surveying and planning tend to pay well, but they usually need Mathematics.