A/AS-levels: ABB. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. Geography not essential.
EPQ with A-levels: BBB + EPQ at grade B.
GCSE: Grade C/4 in English Language and Maths.
Access to HE Diploma: Pass relevant diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction.
BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with DDM.
International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points. Minimum of 3 in HL Maths, or 4 in SL Maths, or 5 in Maths Studies required if Grade C/4 not held at GCSE. Minimum of 4 in English Language required if grade C/4 not held at GCSE.
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with at least 6.0 in each component score.
This degree is perfect for you if you wish to experience the full breadth of Geography, but would like specialise primarily in Physical Geography. After a common first year with BA students, in Years 2 and 3 we offer a diversity of optional Physical Geography modules, covering topics spanning river systems, tropical rainforests, deserts and climate change. There remain Human Geography module options in years 2 and 3, so you can tailor your degree to become a generalist, or a specialist in Physical Geography, depending on your interests. Throughout you will gain transferable skills in remote sensing, geographical information science and statistical and data presentation methods.
The degree includes UK residential fieldwork in Years 1 and 2 going to Devon, Dartmoor and the Lake District. In Year 2 we take you to Almeria (Spain) to explore Europe's only desert. There are options for further residential fieldwork around the world in Year 3.
If at the end of Year 1 you decide you would prefer to focus primarily on human geography, you can transfer to the BA degree in Year 2.
UCAS code: F800
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Year 1
You will study a broad range of physical and human geography topics in order to understand the breadth of the subject and build foundational knowledge of the discipline. A residential field course in Devon provides field experience in physical geography (landscapes, ecology, coastal management), and will allow you to develop new skills in the context of staff-led projects and activities.
Modules
Human Geography for a Globalized World
Environment, Nature, Society
Evolution of the Earth System
Exploring our Digital Planet
Field and Laboratory Techniques for Physical Geographers
The Contemporary Earth System
Introducing Leicester Geographies
Working with Geographic Information
Year 2
In Year 2 you will begin to focus on key areas of physical geography, via core modules on (for example) climate change and analytical methods, and through a range of optional modules. These cover topics including geomorphology and biogeography, as well as satellite remote sensing and palaeo-climatic change. You will attend a residential field course in the Lake District at the start of Year 2, which provides a field-based introduction into these topics and will also go on an overseas field trip (Almeria) mid-way through semester 2.
Core modules
Geographical Data Analysis
Climate Change: Impacts, Vulnerability and Adaptation
Geographical Research Design (Overseas Field Course) (Almeria)
Geographical Information Science
Option modules
Choose two modules from:
Catchment Systems
The Dynamic Biosphere
Environment and Development
Then choose one module from:
Geography in Education (This module has limited spaces)
Remote Sensing for Geographers
An Introduction Of Past Global Climate Changes
Year Abroad or in Industry (optional)
If you want to, you can spend your third year studying abroad at one of our partner institutions or working in an industrial placement (eligibility is dependent on your academic performance in Years 1 and 2). Alternatively, you can opt to continue studying at the University and complete your degree in three years.
Final year
Your final year incorporates a blend of teaching and research and is constructed largely from optional modules, which allow you to build your degree in the way that most interests you. There is scope to develop specialisms, or remain a generalist. In semester 1 you will develop you own research project with your supervisor as part of the final year dissertation. You will then choose from a wide range of optional modules.
Modules
Choose six option modules from:
Contemporary Environmental Challenges
Critical Digital Geographies
Californian Drylands (field trip)
Neotropical Rainforests (field trip)
Understanding Ecosystems and Environments of the Distant Past
Water Quality Processes and Management
Information Visualisation
Stable Isotopes in the Environment
The Biosphere in the Earth System
Understanding the Tropical Forests of SE Asia
River Dynamics
African Drylands
Research Communication
Our degrees are designed to broaden your horizon and to help you acquire the skills sought by employers. Leicester geographers are highly competitive in the job market because of our research-based approach to teaching and learning, which fosters your analytical capabilities, creativity and confidence.
We have dedicated careers support in the School to help you realise your career goals. During term time you will also receive information about careers fairs, job opportunities and career development courses, and other practical information to help you on your way.
A second year module 'Geography in Education' provides placements in local secondary schools. Working closely with teachers you can develop skills and experience beneficial to a career in teaching.
We also organise dedicated Geography Careers Events. Recent speakers represented the Civil Service, Selfridges & Co, Hatch Regeneris, the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust, the Environment Agency, Ordnance Survey and the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology.
The School has well-established links with many businesses and Government departments, including Natural England, the European Space Agency, the Home Office, BP Exploration, and the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission.
OSHC - $12276 GBP / per year
