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A key aspect of the Human Geography BSc course lies in its emphasis on the relevance of the subject. You will learn how to use the knowledge you accumulate to shape the views and actions of elected decision-makers, the voluntary sector and industry in order to improve society.
The course explores geographical ideas and practice at various spatial scales, making connections between the local, regional, national and global levels. It covers the key social, cultural, political, economic, development and environmental components of geography and allows you to take specialist mo...
A key aspect of the Human Geography BSc course lies in its emphasis on the relevance of the subject. You will learn how to use the knowledge you accumulate to shape the views and actions of elected decision-makers, the voluntary sector and industry in order to improve society.<br/><br/>The course explores geographical ideas and practice at various spatial scales, making connections between the local, regional, national and global levels. It covers the key social, cultural, political, economic, development and environmental components of geography and allows you to take specialist modules which build on your own interests and passions.<br/><br/>You also have a valuable opportunity to translate your geographical knowledge into practice through a work placement module in the second year. This module enables you to ease your transition between education and the ‘real world’ by providing crucial work experience beyond the University.<br/><br/>The course includes a wide range of learning opportunities, from workshops and seminars through to practical projects and field visits. Field study visits are a key aspect of the course. Previous destinations include Amsterdam, Hong Kong, New York, Los Angeles and Tanzania.<br/><br/>Note that some field study visits involve additional costs to students.<br/><br/>**Distinctive features**<br/><br/>The distinctive features of the course include:<br/><br/><br/>- the opportunity to study in a School consistently highly rated for its research excellence<br/><br/><br/>- the involvement of internationally reputed research staff who are active in both scholarly and practitioner/policy networks<br/><br/><br/>- close links with policy institutions in the UK, Europe and globally<br/><br/><br/>- access to a computing laboratory with high-quality printing facilities, GIS (Geographic Information System) and Edina digimap mapping facilities<br/><br/><br/>- excellent library and access to online journals and databases<br/><br/><br/>- local, European, and global destination field study visits to explore issues in real world case studies and deploy skills acquired through the degree into practice<br/><br/><br/>- the facility to undertake assessments in the Welsh language if preferred.<br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Cardiff
Provider Details
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Course Code
L700
Institution Code
C15
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)GCSE/National 4/National 5You must have or be working towards English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (if you require a Tier 4 visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements and GCSE Maths grade C/4 or equivalent qua Extended ProjectA For applicants taking the EPQ qualification, an A in the EPQ can be recognised to lower the entry requirements by a single grade. For example an AAB offer would be “AAB from 3 A levels or ABB from 3 A levels and a grade A in the EPQ”. Please note that any subject specific requirements must be met. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)The Advance Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements. A levelT Level |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £22,950 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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