Geography can be used to understand the complexities of our world.
On your three-year BA Geography degree you will learn how economic, social, and cultural processes affect health and wellbeing. You’ll study human-environment relations and the market-economy. Using tools such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS) you will explore the similarities, differences and challenges of people living across our inter-connected planet. You will also be able to adapt your degree programme to fit your interests and academic passions after successful completion of year one.
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Geography can be used to understand the complexities of our world.<br/><br/>On your three-year BA Geography degree you will learn how economic, social, and cultural processes affect health and wellbeing. You’ll study human-environment relations and the market-economy. Using tools such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS) you will explore the similarities, differences and challenges of people living across our inter-connected planet. You will also be able to adapt your degree programme to fit your interests and academic passions after successful completion of year one.<br/><br/>You will travel to a location such as Amsterdam for your year two compulsory overseas field course (included in course fees). This field trip is an important milestone in developing your skills as a researcher, giving you the opportunity to undertake human geographical research in international cities. Further optional overseas field courses allow you to hone these skills in the diverse and unique environments that European and South East Asian locations offer.<br/><br/>Your future employability is a key priority throughout your studies and all University of Southampton geography programmes are accredited by the Royal Geographical Society. Southampton graduates work in a range of careers including public policy, teaching, environmental consultancy, financial services, retail, marketing, town-planning, GIS-related and government advisory roles.<br/><br/>Geography at Southampton is ranked 5th in the UK in The Guardian University Guide, 2022.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L700
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherWe normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4 We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. Access to HE DiplomaD:39,M:6 Typical Offers: 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 39 must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit or 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit in a preferred subject. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 Typical offers : Pass with an overall minimum score of 34 points to include a minimum of 17 points at a higher level or Pass with an overall minimum score of 32 points to include a minimum of 16 points at a higher level with a minimum of one preferred subject at Higher Level. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of South Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 Typical offer: H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 or H1 H2 H2 H2 H3 H3 with a minimum of one preferred subject Plus English and Maths Ordinary Level O4 or higher. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)DD DD in BTEC Diploma plus A in A-level subject or DD in BTEC Diploma plus B in a preferred A-Level subject. Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD DD in BTEC National Diploma plus A in A-level subject or DD in BTEC National Diploma plus B in a preferred A-Level subject. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,M2 Typical offers : D3 D3 M2 or D3 M2 M2 with a minimum of one preferred subject. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer , where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. Extended ProjectA If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, your offer will be: ABB and Grade A in the EPQ, if no preferred subjects are included or BBB and Grade A in the EPQ, if one or more preferred subjects are included. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)B AA from two A levels and Grade B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)D D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus A A from 2 A-level subjects or D in the Subsidiary Diploma plus AB from 2 A-level subjects including at least one preferred subject. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D D in the BTEC Extended Certificate plus A A from 2 A-level subjects or D in the Extended Certificate plus AB from 2 A-level subjects including at least one preferred subject. A levelA,A,B A,B,B AAB if no preferred subjects* are included ABB if one or more preferred subjects* are included *Geography, Biology, Psychology, Economics, Sociology, Environmental Science, Geology and Politics A Pass in science practical is required where relevant science A Levels are taken. General Studies is excluded for entry. T Level |
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