GEOG30033 Arid Australia Field Class

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Winter.

Is GEOG30033 hard?

GEOG30033: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. Makes it harder: 1 other hurdle task, 10 class hours a week. The easier and harder points roughly balance out. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Past climates and landscapes of arid Australia over 2-3 million years, on a 10-day outback field trip plus lab work.

After it you can

What you need first

GEOG20002 and “25 credit points of any other Level 2 Geography subjects, or equivalent at discretion of subject coordinator”

What it leads to

How it’s assessed

Assignments 15%, Presentations 35%, Reports and essays 50%

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Quick answers

When is GEOG30033 offered?
Runs in 2026: Winter.
What do I need before taking GEOG30033?
Needs GEOG20002 and “25 credit points of any other Level 2 Geography subjects, or equivalent at discretion of subject coordinator”.
Does GEOG30033 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 15%, Presentations 35%, Reports and essays 50%.
How many class hours a week does GEOG30033 have?
10 h a week in class
Can I take GEOG30033 as breadth?
No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
What can I take after GEOG30033?
1 subjects need it first, for example GEOG30023.
Can I rate GEOG30033?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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