GEOG20017 Spatial Analysis in Geography

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is GEOG20017 hard?

GEOG20017: About average. Makes it easier: Final exam only 30%. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How to work with and map spatial data in weekly computer labs, and use it to inform decisions.

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What you need first

None

What it leads to

How it’s assessed

Assignments 70%, Final exam 30%

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Quick answers

When is GEOG20017 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking GEOG20017?
No prerequisites.
Does GEOG20017 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 30% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 70%, Final exam 30%.
Can I take GEOG20017 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
What can I take after GEOG20017?
1 subjects need it first, for example GEOG30030.
Can I rate GEOG20017?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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