Why choose geography?

On our BSc (Hons) Geography degree you will gain an insight into a range of practical, social, economic and environmental issues, studying both physical and human geography, with an emphasis on physical-environmental studies.

• Physical geography covers climate, atmosphere, landscapes, natural processes, glaciation and energy use.
• Human geography covers societies and their distribution and interaction, including sustainable development, urban and rural geography, population growth and globalisation.

In addition to learning core skills related to fieldwork, including GIS and remote sensing, preparing maps and diagrams and using social surveys, you will also develop a wide range of employability skills such as team working, problem solving, research and data analysis and communication and IT skills.

Other things to know:

• There are no exams on this course - you are assessed by coursework only;
• The course includes fieldwork trips in various locations in the Scottish Highlands and a week long field trip in the Swiss Alps* 
• There is a strong focus on employability, with a module on employability skills and a work placement in year three;
• Students enjoy a mix of online learning and face-to-face teaching. Tutorials consist of small groups of students, who learn together on campus, supported by online materials, allowing you the flexibility to study whenever and wherever it suits you.