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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Lincoln (Main Site)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    16-SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Welcome to MA by Research Geography

Geography is an integrative subject that considers the relationship between human society, their environment, and the global challenges facing the world in the 21st Century. Through independent research, supervisory meetings, and departmental seminars, this research programme provides the opportunity for further research in an area of human geography, and aims to build key skills in preparation for positions in research, spatial/social planning, and development consultancy and management.

Subject areas may reflect the Department's current research strengths and specialisms. These include national and international migration; rural development; spatial dimensions of social and technological innovations; environmental history and geoarcheaology; environmental management,governance and behaviour; and analysis and mapping of economic and social inequalities across international and sub-regional scales.

Staff in the Department of Geography have expertise spanning social, political, and economic issues alongside environmental health, water, and climate change.

How You Study

Due to the nature of postgraduate research programmes, the vast majority of your time will be spent in independent study and research. In addition to this, you are strongly encouraged to attend School seminar and guest speaker events, and engage in a range of research and skills training opportunities in support of your studies.

How You Are Assessed

The MA by Research involves the writing of a Master's thesis under the supervision of a member of academic staff on a topic to be agreed with the course supervisor. The MA by Research is usually awarded based on the quality of the students thesis and their ability to present and successfully defend their chosen research topic in an oral examination (viva voce).

Career Opportunities

Geography provides a broad range of career opportunities, including roles in the environmental and health sectors, the geographical information systems (GIS) industry, management and financial services, social and environmental consultancy, and teaching.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 17,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln

  • University League Table

    45th

  • Campus address

    University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, England

The university is located in the heart of one of Europe's great historic cities and has a reputation for world-class research and inspirational teaching.
Lincoln offers a wide range of support and advice services throughout your studies, aiming to provide a friendly, welcoming, and close-knit community.
Students are placed at the centre of everything the university does, leading to high student satisfaction.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    47th out of 73 19

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    117 56%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    15th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.04 81%

    33rd

    15

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