Study Geography at University of Southampton in the UK, Geography and Environmental Science
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What will I learn?

About this courseGeography offers an understanding of the processes that created our physical world. On your three-year BSc Geography degree, you'll study the natural and physical science aspects of geography and gain a better understanding of real-world issues (like climate) change and the solutions to these challenges.You'll study both human and physical geography whilst specialising in physical geography issues in higher years. This will appeal to you if you have a preference for physical geography whilst alsoenjoying the breadth of the discipline. Studying in the classroom, in labs, and on field trips, you'll learn advanced techniques such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS), and will graduate with the skills and experiences needed to excel in your career, joining recent graduates who now work in careers including public policy, teaching, environmental consultancy, financial services, retail, marketing, town-planning, GIS-related and government advisory roles.Key features of the course:- Travel to a location such as Tenerife for your year two compulsory residential field course (included in course fees), which is an important milestone in developing your skills as a researcher- Embark on further optional overseas field courses in the diverse and unique environments that European , southeast Asian, and south African locations offer- Benefit from a highly flexible degree, enabling you to tailor your module choices to your interests, with the option to swap between the BSc and BA Geography degrees after the first year.- Join a University where 100% of our Geography graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation, with 90% in professional destinations (Graduate Outcomes 2022/2023).Student supportYour Personal Academic Tutor will work with you throughout your degree. They will act as your first point of contact for pastoral support. They will also help you decide on optional modules, and discuss your future career plans.The degree is orientated to employability, and your core modules and assessments are aligned with the needs and practices of the professional sector. You can further enhance your degree by working in paid internships or completing a minor, studying abroad for a semester, and/or doing a year in employment.Further informationThis course is open to UK and international applicants and is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society.

Which department am I in?

Geography and Environmental Science

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£31,000.00 (US$ 40,034) per year
Private rented accommodation - 450 (per month in Southampton)

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Highfield Campus

University Road,

Southampton,

SO17 1BJ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£31,000.00 (US$ 40,034) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site - Highfield Campus

Highfield,

Southampton,

Hampshire,

SO17 1BJ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A-levels: AAB if no preferred subjects are included, or ABB with one or more preferred subjects. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 34 points overall (17 at Higher Level) if no preferred subject taken at Higher Level, or 32 points (16 at Higher Level) with one or more preferred subjects (Geography, Biology, Psychology, Economics, Sociology, Environmental Science, Geology, or Politics). RQF/QCF BTEC: DDD in the Extended Diploma; DD in the Diploma plus A in an A-level; DD in the Diploma plus B in a preferred A-level; D in the Subsidiary Diploma plus AA in two A-levels; or D in the Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in two A-levels including one preferred subject. GCSE requirements: English language (or English) and Mathematics at minimum grade 4/C.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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