BSc(Hons) Geography

BSc(Hons) Geography equips you with an understanding of the science behind the environmental challenges faced by society and how we can sustainably manage the environment. This course is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES), Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) and the Royal Geographical Society (RGS). Sandwich students can apply to spend a year studying at an international partner institution or undertake an industrial placement.

Why study geography?

As environmental challenges like climate change, ecosystem endangerment, and energy availability worsen, those in government, science and industry are looking for new ways to manage them.

Developing your skills and knowledge in this field will help you become part of this growing industry. You'll also gain analytical and communication skills sought by employers across a wide range of industries.

Why UWE Bristol?

BSc(Hons) Geography equips you with a solid understanding of the science behind the main environmental challenges faced by society. You'll learn about environmental management and consider approaches to tackle these challenges.

Develop valuable skills in fieldwork, mapping, environmental assessment, geographical statistics and computer-based spatial analysis (Geographic Information Systems - GIS). You'll also learn how to undertake research into physical processes and environmental management.

Tailor the course to your interests, with options including climate change, tectonics, river and coastal dynamics, GIS, meteorology, hazard management, ecosystem conservation, sustainable resource management and environmental assessment.

Apply theories in our well-equipped laboratories and work towards assessments based on real-world issues. Broaden your experience through field trips and develop vital professional skills on a work placement in your area of expertise.

Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES), the Royal Geographical Society (RGS), and the Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) this course provides you with the tools to succeed in your future career.

Where can it take me?

Studying geography can lead to a range of careers. Choose from opportunities in environmental consultancy, GIS consultancy, river and coastal management, conservation and government, as well as finance, education and research.

Past students have gone onto work for a wide range of employers including the Environment Agency, Ordnance Survey, Ecotricty, Skanska, Ministry of Defence, UK Hydrographic Office, Buro Happold, Natural Resource Wales, Atkins, Jacobs, NHS, Santander, and Natural England.

Careers / Further study

Studying geography can lead to a range of careers. Choose from opportunities in environmental consultancy, GIS consultancy, river and coastal management, conservation and government, as well as finance, education and research.

Past students have gone onto work for a wide range of employers including the Environment Agency, Ordnance Survey, Ecotricty, Skanska, Ministry of Defence, UK Hydrographic Office, Buro Happold, Natural Resource Wales, Atkins, Jacobs, NHS, Santander, and Natural England.

If you're interested in teaching geography at secondary school level, this degree is a good foundation for a postgraduate teaching qualification.

You'll also be well equipped to continue your studies and pursue a postgraduate masters qualification in a relevant field.

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Our award-winning careers service will develop your employment potential through career coaching and help to find you graduate jobs, placements and global opportunities.

We can also help find local volunteering and community opportunities, provide support for entrepreneurial activity and get you access to employer events.

Visit our employability pages to learn more about careers, employers and what our students are doing six months after graduating.

See also:

Prospects - career options with a degree in geography.

The Guardian - what to do with a degree in environmental science or physical geography.