Geography BA (Hons)

Our accredited Geography BA(Hons) is at the intersection of the climate crisis, environmental politics and transformative social change. It focuses equally on human geography and environmental geography.<br/><br/>You’ll explore a range of live issues including climate change adaptation, protesting inequalities, LGBTQ and feminist activism, building sustainable societies, global development, and the politics of popular culture.<br/><br/>Elements of physical geography featured on our BSc programme can also be incorporated to give you a broad foundation in the subject, and you can tailor the course to your career aspirations through module choices.<br/><br/>Learning with a course team of active researchers you’ll build on the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom and the lab through field work. Field trip locations include the South Downs, Morocco, Norfolk, and an optional trip to Brazil.<br/><br/>The option of a placement year and visiting lecturers from industry will give you a feel for what the working world is like. Alongside this you’ll also develop transferable skills in presentation and teamwork – all helping you to get career-ready.<br/><br/>This programme has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Essential graduate skills are built into every course, and you can make your CV stand out even more with optional placements and study abroad. Through practical, hands-on learning, you’ll graduate confident with the knowledge and skills to make a difference and kick-start your career.<br/><br/>Brighton don'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 have a smooth transition to university. <br/><br/>The University of Brighton is based on the south coast, between the sea and the Sussex countryside. Brighton is one of the most unique cities in the UK and it is bursting with life. Independent and inclusive, students can enjoy shopping, green spaces, sports facilities and brilliant nightlife. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming; with the city being home to galleries and museums, in addition to hosting world-famous music acts. There is also the AMEX stadium, where the Premier League Brighton and Hove Albion FC play their matches. Brighton truly has it all!