Geography BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Geography BSc (Hons)
If you:
* love the environment
* are eager to understand how our planet works
* have a keen interest in cultures and societies
* are concerned about the impact of climate change
Then geography may be for you.
What is geography?
Geography is the study of the way the world works. As a result, understanding geography is very important in this day and age.
You can study geography in two ways:
* as a natural science through physical geography
* as ...
If you:<br/><br/><br/>* love the environment<br/><br/><br/>* are eager to understand how our planet works<br/><br/><br/>* have a keen interest in cultures and societies<br/><br/><br/>* are concerned about the impact of climate change<br/><br/><br/>Then geography may be for you.<br/><br/><strong>What is geography?</strong><br/><br/>Geography is the study of the way the world works. As a result, understanding geography is very important in this day and age.<br/><br/>You can study geography in two ways:<br/><br/><br/>* as a natural science through physical geography<br/><br/><br/>* as a social science or humanities subject, through human geography<br/><br/><br/>You can explore the physical processes of our planet, such as:<br/><br/><br/>* volcanoes<br/><br/><br/>* flooding<br/><br/><br/>* climate change<br/><br/><br/>You can also address human issues such as:<br/><br/><br/>* sustainability<br/><br/><br/>* health<br/><br/><br/>* social justice<br/><br/><br/>This programme is focused on physical geography.<br/><br/><strong>Programme benefits</strong><br/><br/><br/>* Learn from one of the UKs largest and most successful groupings of geographers, and Earth and environmental scientists.<br/><br/><br/>* Enjoy access to a world of experience with our research and industry networks.<br/><br/><br/>* Get advice and guidance with our dedicated Careers Service.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Central area campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F800
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B
ABBB by end of S5 or AAAB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: two from Geography at B; Biology at B; Chemistry at B; Environmental Science at B; Mathematics/Applications of Mathematics at B; Physics at B. National 5s: Mathematics at B; English at C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
32
from 34 points with 655 at HL to 32 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: two from Geography at 5; Biology at 5; Chemistry at 5; Environmental System and Societies at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5; Physics at 5. SL: English at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5 (if not at HL).
A level
A,A,A
A,B,B
AAA - ABB. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: two from Geography at B; Biology at B; Chemistry at B; Electronics at B; Environmental Science at B; Environmental Technology at B; Geology at B; Mathematics at B; Physics at B. GCSEs: Mathematics at B or 6; English at C or 4.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £38,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |






















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