Geography

Our Geography BSc(Hons) prepares you for careers in environmental consultancy, conservation, resource management, environmental impact assessment, sustainability policy, education and more.

At Brighton you’ll be part of a supportive community that helps you grow, no matter your background. This degree is packed with opportunities for hands-on learning – through laboratory work, field trips in the UK and overseas, live environmental research projects, community volunteering and placements with councils, conservation charities and environmental organisations.

Brighton graduates work for organisations such as the Environment Agency, Southern Water, Oxfam, Low Carbon Europe and GIS consultancies.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Study earth systems, biodiversity, conservation, climate change and environmental change, alongside the human processes that shape our world.



• Gain a degree accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) – recognition of its quality and professional relevance.



• Learn specialist field skills on day trips and residential field trips, with travel and accommodation included for mandatory trips to locations such as Wales and Sicily.



• Boost your CV with work experience opportunities, including an optional placement year and community volunteering.



• Access funded internship schemes like the Brighton Student Research Experience Scheme.



• Contribute to research in areas such as environmental change, conservation management, geohazards, climate systems and aquatic environments.



- 100% of our research impact is assessed as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ for its reach and significance – 2021 Research Excellence Framework.


• Build industry-ready skills in GIS and remote sensing, statistical and spatial data analysis, environmental assessment and geohazard monitoring.



• Strengthen transferable skills in time management, group working, communication, presenting, designing solutions and software skills – all of which help prepare you for your career.



Why Brighton is a great place to study Geography
Brighton & Hove offers geographers a mix of study environments – from chalk downland and dynamic coastal systems to urban regeneration projects.

Named one of the best cities on the planet and the third best city in the UK by Time Out, the location is a hub for environmental innovation, conservation initiatives and climate action networks. And its position provides easy access to diverse UK field sites and international study destinations.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including up to £1,000 to help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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