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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Newcastle City Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Dealing with diverse topics ranging from the top of the earths atmosphere to the ocean floor, our BSc (Hons) Physical Geography degree is a specialised course that focuses solely on the physical sciences and how they apply to our surroundings.
Through teaching delivered by our internationally recognised academics, you will not only be learning about research but actively taking part as a researcher. Throughout this course you will learn how to map, monitor and understand the physical world by undertaking regular day and residential field trips within the UK and Europe. You will also have the option to complete a semester-based or year-long work placement, allowing you to put all of your recently acquired skills into practise.
How will my BSc Physical Geography degree provide me with the skills needed for my career?
This course will prepare you for a broad range of careers as employers appreciate the transferable analytics, communication and presentation skills acquired by our students. Our graduates are renowned for having awareness of ethical considerations and display the attitudes and skills to engage and work constructively and sensitively in multi-cultural environments and teams.
Graduates will have the necessary skills to pursue a career in a range of specialist roles in organisations such as national parks, local Government, and water and energy companies. Many Physical Geography graduates also choose to work in environmental consultancy or policy, teaching or graduate training schemes.
Does Northumbria University offer work placements for Geography?
A work placement is the ideal way to gain experience in your chosen career and will enable you to apply what you have learnt in the lecture theatre and lab in the real world. Typically, students will opt for a year in industry or study abroad between their second and final year.
If you opt to take a placement year during your studies, you will be able to work alongside, and learn from, professionals in the Geography field, building up vital networking contacts and developing key skills such as time management, communication, problem solving and self-management.
Mode of Study
3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad
Application deadline
30/06/2025
Tuition fees
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