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Geography (Study Abroad)

Lancaster University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Lancaster University – Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Given the pace at which our planet is changing, there has never been a more important time to study geography. Learn to make sense of the complex interactions between humanity and our planetary environment and discover how you can make a positive difference.Develop the skills and knowledge needed to help you advance professionally in a range of sectors, including but not limited to energy, food and agriculture, construction and housing, hazard mitigation, environmental consultancy, local and national government, urban planning and landscape architecture, geospatial analysis, and emergency planning. Explore the full range of human and environmental issues tackled by modern geographers, with an emphasis on natural world.


Broaden your horizons

Enrich your university experience with a year overseas at one of our partner universities. In Year 3, head out to start your adventure and immerse yourself in a different cultural and academic community. We’ll support you all the way!


What to expect

At the beginning of your degree you will be introduced to human, physical, and environmental geography. You will develop the skills geographers use to analyse major issues and global concerns.In Year 2, you will deepen your knowledge of human and physical geography, with the opportunity to tailor your interests around a range of environment-centric optional modules. As you specialise, you will undertake practical work that aims to enhance your understanding of key topics while developing your analytic and research skills. You may choose to develop your understanding of energy, hydrology, soils, and landscape geomorphology.As you progress into Year 4, you will tailor your studies even further with a dissertation. Here, you will be guided by an academic advisor to deliver an independent research topic of your choice. This can be completed in collaboration with a regional organisation such as Lancaster City Council, where you will gain valuable work experience in a real-world environment. Alongside your research project, you will complete further optional modules, including national and international residential field trips. Topics you may choose include natural hazards, glacial systems, water resource management, global consumption, urban infrastructure, or geographies of health.


Getting out in the field

With our location near major urban centres, rivers, coasts, and the Lake District World Heritage Site, you will be able to explore beyond the campus and gain hands-on experience through field work. Opportunities include studying the use of salt marshes and sand dunes for coastal flood defence around Morecambe Bay, exploring inter-connections along Lancaster’s River Lune, from source to sea, and examining glacially carved landscapes and cave systems.


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Tuition fees

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£ 30,770per year

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

University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Lancaster University – Main Campus, Bailrigg ,, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom

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Lancaster's community has staff and students from over 120 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
Lancaster’s exceptional reputation for teaching and research is recognised by employers around the world.
Lancaster’s diverse population is split into nine college communities, giving every student support and a sense of belonging.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geography & Environmental Science

    13th out of 70 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    136 66%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    6th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    56th

    24

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