Geography with Year Abroad BSc (Hons)

Climate change. Environmental degradation. Biodiversity crisis. Explore the critical global challenges our ever-changing planet faces and unravel the environmental policy solutions for society’s issues today.

Taught by expert leaders in the field, you’ll draw on their range of scientific experiences. Hear firsthand about their research into threats posed by climate change to urban areas, river catchments and coastal environments. And benefit from their connections to the Digital Environment Research Institute too – gathering fresh insights on digital, data science and AI research.

Not only that, but you’ll also develop knowledge to manage the processes that shape our planet. Learn sought-after practical skills in data collection and coding, laboratory analysis, and geospatial software. Then tailor your degree to your interests, with our choice of optional modules including human geography too.

From local to international impact

Well positioned to witness natural processes in the vibrant urban heart of east London, you’ll focus on how to create change first from within your local area. Before long, you could be exploring locations further afield like sustainable development in Malta, coastal management in Rotterdam or fragile environments in the Scottish Highlands.

Be inspired by our industry speakers such as the Environment Agency, Forestry England and National Trust. And benefit from our specialist facilities including a purpose-built teaching lab, river lab, and research-grade field equipment.

Finish your degree prepared for an exciting range of careers. How do you want to impact the environment? Environmental consultancy, water resource manager, GIS technician, surveying, risk management – the choice is yours.

Many of our Geography graduates use their subject knowledge directly, in environmental consultancy, nature conservation, geographical information systems (GIS) or ESG responsible investing. Others take their transferable skills into other careers, from transport planning to marketing. 

Recent graduates have been hired by:

• Cyient 
• Environment Agency 
• HW Fisher 
• JBA Consulting 
• Kenyon International 
• Met Office 
• Metia Group 
• Natixis Wealth Management 

Discover what our recent students are doing after graduation and read more about their experiences on this course. 

Career support

Geography students benefit from dedicated careers support, including lectures and tutorials on career choice, getting work experience and presenting degree skills to an employer at interview.

Find out more about how we have integrated careers support into all of degree programmes to help you to maximise your potential and achieve your ambitions. 

The Queen Mary careers team can also offer:

• specialist advice on choosing a career path
• support with finding work experience, internships and graduate jobs
• feedback on CVs, cover letters and application forms
• interview coaching.

Learn more about career support and development at Queen Mary.