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Geography (Extended Degree) - BA (Hons)

Northumbria University, Newcastle

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    26-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Communities, Cultures, Climates, and Costs. How do these four things influence the world we live in?

This Geography course will teach you to understand the economic, cultural, social and political processes that influence key contemporary issues. The start of the course incorporates a broader understanding of geography, with a specific focus on human geography for the remainder of your course.As you progress through the course, you can choose modules specific to your own interests and career aspirations, and you will be taught by our team of leading academics who boast a range of interlinked specialisms.In addition to annual field trips in the UK and Europe, you will also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement, study abroad or a combination of both to further your skills and understanding.Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in geographical knowledge and skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of the world beyond higher education. The accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from accredited programmes meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including subject knowledge, technical ability and transferable skills.- Royal Geographical Society with IBG accredited programme.- Chartered Institute of Housing Validated.


Extended Degree

This extended degree provides an alternative route to higher education and supports those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements for an undergraduate degree. It includes a foundation year where you will explore a wide range of topics relating to environmental issues facing urban and rural environments and populations.


What will I learn in my Foundation Year?

In the foundation year, you will gain an understanding of complex environmental challenges and contemporary environmental issues. You will also explore sustainability and sustainable development concepts while gaining practical experience through fieldwork, using both quantitative and qualitative methods. This year will allow you to connect the physical and human aspects of the environment, offering opportunities to link theory, practice, and application.The foundation year of the course delivered at level 3 which develops your ability to study in Higher Education is not accredited. Subsequent levels and years are accredited and deliver the knowledge, competencies, and skills required to meet the specific course accreditation requirements that relate to the approved accredited award title.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Northumbria University, Newcastle

Northumbria University, Newcastle

Northumbria University, Newcastle

  • University League Table

    37th

  • Campus address

    Northumbria University, Northumberland Building, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 8ST, England

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Northumbria is based in the heart of multicultural Newcastle, famous for its safety and friendliness. Accommodation is only a short walk from campus.
Newcastle is known for its affordability, with a low cost of living that helps your money go further.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geography & Environmental Science

    29th out of 72 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    128 61%

    32nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    33rd

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.33 83%

    9th

    1

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