BSc (Hons) Physical Geography

This course follows a similar path to our geography degree, but after the First Year focuses more on the processes and landforms of the natural environment whilst also looking at human impacts on these. Fieldwork learning and practical application are at the heart of this course, and you'll develop skills using our own field station, specialist laboratories, and geographical information analysis facilities. You will go on two fully-funded field trips in the UK and Switzerland to learn more about the challenges of living in mountainous environments and climate change.

Specialist modules include earth surface processes and landforms, quaternary environmental change, glaciology, and natural hazards and disaster reduction. Areas of optional study include conservation and food supplies, environmental problem solving, leisure and tourism, and digital information and location intelligence. Depending on how your interests evolve, you'll have a chance to switch between the different geography courses.

Study abroad

This course offers fantastic opportunities for fieldwork which gives students the chance to study human, environmental and physical interactions in both the UK and International settings. All first and second-year residential field trip costs are included in your fees.

There are optional full cost field trips to exciting locations at the final year.

Work placement

You have the opportunity to take a work placement for a year before your final year. These optional placements will enhance your future career prospects. Successful completion of your placement may also lead to the Licentiateship of the City and Guilds Institute.