BA Geography allows you to study the interaction between people and their environment - exploring the diverse cultural, economic, urban and political dimensions of current global challenges.
Here at The University of Manchester, weve been teaching Geography for more than 125 years - after all, where better to study the subject than this rapidly changing metropolis, with its surrounding national parks and stretching coastlines?
The city will play an important role in your studies, with plenty of resources for fieldwork right on your doorstep.
Further afiel...
BA Geography allows you to study the interaction between people and their environment - exploring the diverse cultural, economic, urban and political dimensions of current global challenges.<br/><br/>Here at The University of Manchester, weve been teaching Geography for more than 125 years - after all, where better to study the subject than this rapidly changing metropolis, with its surrounding national parks and stretching coastlines?<br/><br/>The city will play an important role in your studies, with plenty of resources for fieldwork right on your doorstep. <br/><br/>Further afield, international fieldwork will take place in your second year, in destinations like Greece, Amsterdam and the Czech Republic.<br/><br/>The wide range of teaching and research interests of our academics - who have an impressive international research reputation - will make it easy for you to be flexible about what, and how, you learn. <br/><br/>This allows you the maximum choice to tailor your studies to suit your interests.<br/><br/>Not sure if youre a human or physical geographer just yet? Dont worry - our course allows you to study both human and physical geography in your first year, before specialising to study for a BA or a BSc later in your course. <br/><br/>You dont need to apply to both courses either - apply for just one via UCAS, and youll be allowed to switch after beginning your course.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
L700
Institution Code
M20
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherWe normally require grades AAABC or AABBB in Scottish Highers. In addition, Scottish Advanced Highers are normally required in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers AAB or Two Advanced Highers AB , plus two additional Highers AB English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to. Access to HE DiplomaWe require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course. The specific course requirements are a minimum of 39 credits at Distinction level, with all others at Merit grade. You must have GCSEs in English and Mathematics at grade C or 4. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 35 points overall. 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects. Changes to International Baccalaureate Diploma Mathematics Courses from September 2019, first examination 2021. We are aware of the planned changes to the IB Mathematics curriculum. IB students will be able to choose from Mathematics: analysis and approaches and Mathematics: applications and interpretation from September 2019. Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the academic School prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades DDD. GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C or 4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of G Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD We consider the National Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD, plus an additional level 3 qualification such as an A-level at grade B. ASAS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester. OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaDD We consider the Technical Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades DD, plus an additional level 3 qualification such as an A-level at grade B. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades DDD. Scottish Advanced HigherWe normally require grades AAABC or AABBB in Scottish Highers. In addition, Scottish Advanced Highers are normally required in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers AAB or Two Advanced Highers AB , plus two additional Highers AB English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalWe consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A-level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken. Candidates taking Pre-U principal subjects in conjunction with A-levels are expected to achieve a combination of D3, D3 and M2 in the Pre-U certificates, and grade AAB at A-level in three distinct subjects. Extended ProjectThe University recognises the benefit of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. We strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. For this programme, as well as the regular conditions of offer, we may make students who are currently taking or completed the EPQ an alternative offer. For this course it would be ABB plus the Extended Project at Grade A. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this. The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the academic School(s) you plan to apply to. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D, plus additional Level 3 qualifications such as A-levels at grades AB. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grades DD, plus additional level 3 qualifications such as A-levels at grade AB. OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation DiplomaDD We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades DD, plus additional level 3 qualifications such as A-level at grade AB. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended CertificateD We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grade D, plus additional Level 3 qualifications such as A-levels at grades AB. A levelA,A,B AAB. We do not require a pass in the Science Practical Assessment. Typical Contextual Offer: ABB including subject specific requirements for applicants who meet our contextual offer criteria. T LevelWe consider applicants taking T Level in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning. Candidates are expected to achieve Distinction plus Grade C or 4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. |
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