Geography concerns far more than just the physical makeup of our world. Study Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London and you’ll examine the social, political and economic aspects of geography as well as environmental and landscape issues. This flexible programme lets you tailor your learning in years 2 and 3, offering optional modules including Political Geography, Tropical Savannahs and Gender and Development to suit your interests and ambitions. You’ll enjoy a range of fieldwork opportunities in the UK and abroad giving you the chance to bond with fellow students in a close, community-focussed department. You’ll study in a department ranked 2nd in the UK for research by the Research Excellence Framework 2014, benefitting from world class research-led teaching by leading academics. You’ll use state-of-the-art equipment, with world-class facilities for GIS, image analysis, advanced cartography and the physical and chemical analysis of soils, sediments and water. Pursue your passion for Geography at Royal Holloway and you’ll graduate as an attractive prospect for employers in a variety of sectors, environmental conservation and NGOs to media relations and the Civil Service. You’ll develop a diverse portfolio of skills to take into your future career or postgraduate study, and enjoy a rewarding three years challenging and questioning key aspects of contemporary society.
Bachelor of Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London
The Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London is a Full Time Bachelor program offered across its Main Site and campuses in United Kingdom. The program is delivered on campus in English Course and can be completed in 3 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on September 19, 2026.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry Requirements
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
Plus one A-level grade B.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Plus A-levels grade BB.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDD
In a relevant subject
Scottish Advanced Higher - BBB - ABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
5,5,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H3, H3, H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
GCSE/National 4/National 5 - We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics.
A level - BBB - ABB
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required.
Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
In a relevant subject
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits
M: 21 credits
Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education.
Scottish Higher - AABBB
Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London
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