Geography
Durham University
UCAS Code: F800 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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About this course
Geographical science is leading the way in tackling global challenges, from climate change to environmental risk mitigation. Studying this research-led modular degree in physical geography will help you develop the necessary skills and experience you’ll need for a broad range of employment opportunities.
Our flexible study programme at one of the world’s leading centres for geographical research puts you in control.
The BSc degree begins with a broad foundation, during which you are introduced to both human and physical geography. Year 1 commences with three compulsory modules and fieldwork.
In the second and third years, our modules lead progressively to increasing specialised content focused on the cutting-edge of physical geography and environmental research. There is also the opportunity to study integrated modules that span the human/physical geography interface and optional overseas fieldwork. You can also apply to add a placement year or a year abroad to your degree, increasing the course from three years to four.
In the final year, you will undertake your own research project.
There is no such thing as a typical Geography career but if you want to make sure that you are highly employable with a variety of transferable skills, but also want to leave your options open, then Geography is a great choice.
Modules
Year 1
Core modules:
Human Geography: Space and Place in a Changing World introduces the core concepts of human geography along with the approaches used to understand these concepts in response to specific societal challenges. A variety of case studies is used to illustrate the content.
Introduction to Geographical Research (BSc) covers a variety of methods for research and analysis used in human geography and how to select the appropriate methods for a range of geographical contexts.
Physical Geography covers a broad range of interlinking themes in physical geography, using scale, from global to local, as the organising framework.
Examples of optional modules:
Planet Under Pressure
Geographies of Crisis
Introduction to Climate Change.
Year 2
Core modules:
Social Research in Geography provides the skills needed for good research design, interpretation, presentation and evaluation of research findings. You will acquire practical experience through residential fieldwork in the UK.
Handling Geographic Information provides students with essential skills in acquiring, modifying, analysing and displaying geographical data.
Examples of optional modules:
Carbon and Biogeochemical Cycles
Glaciers and Glaciation
Handling Geographic Information
Managing River Catchments
Mountain Landscapes
Reconstructing Environmental Change.
Year 3 (Year 4 if undertaking a year abroad or placement)
Core module:
The Dissertation is a substantial piece of independent geographical research. It develops your ability to plan and manage your own learning and provides you with an opportunity to research a specific topic in greater depth and present your findings and conclusions.
Examples of optional modules:
Alpine Landscapes and Processes
Iceland: Field Research in Glacial Environments
Mountain Hazards
Natural Hazards, Risk and Resilience
Oceans Past and Present
River Dynamics
Sea Level Change and Coastal Evolution
The Arctic.
Assessment methods
Along with a final-year dissertation, modules are assessed by a diverse range of coursework, including essays, field work reports, practical's, presentations and posters, and some may also have an examination.
We believe your portfolio of work should be something you carry with you and are proud to showcase after graduation.
The Uni
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