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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Geography course at University of East Anglia.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,B
including one from Geography, Geology, Maths, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Physics. Contextual offer: BBB including one from Geography, Geology, Maths, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Physics. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking and General Studies are not accepted.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Geography course at University of East Anglia features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Geography | B |
| Biology | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| History | B |
| Economics | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Geography | B |
| Biology | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| Psychology | C |
| Economics | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F802
Here's what University of East Anglia says about its Geography course.
Overview
Our ever-changing world needs skilled MSci Geography graduates who can understand and provide solutions to critical global issues like climate change, pollution, biodiversity loss, and volcanic hazards.
At UEA, you’ll learn from world-leading researchers and develop specialist analysis skills on this exciting and dynamic course. You’ll take part in field trips to diverse locations such as Devon, the Lake District, Scotland, and Greece. You’ll study in our purpose-built laboratories, master geographical information systems (GIS) software, and most importantly, graduate with the skills to make a meaningful impact.
This geography course is highly flexible, offering you a broad choice of topics across physical and human geography. Specialisms include climate science, environmental policy, Earth resources, river catchment management, urban geography, biodiversity conservation, energy systems, and environmental economics.
You’ll graduate with highly valued transferable skills, ranging from data analysis and fieldwork to spatial visualisation, science communication, and social theories of change. Your ability to work across both the physical and social sciences is highly sought after in private and public sector jobs, where you'll be able to provide real-world solutions to today's challenges. If you wish to continue your studies with the possibility of pursuing a PhD, this advanced four-year integrated UEA geography degree is also ideal.
Check out Jessica’s story, who is now working as a Planner, having graduated with a BSc in Geography from UEA.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Source: University of East Anglia
Course details
Qualification
Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
Department
School of Environmental Sciences
Location
Main Site | Norwich
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Physical geography
• Human geography
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| International | £29,300 per year |
University of East Anglia student reviews
Showing 110 reviews
Unknown year
1 year ago
Overall id say that the inversity is okay, the course is good however the lectuerers arent the best and often times lectures feel quite pointless. Things cost a lot here too, with the laundrette and shop being very overpriced making it hard to budget money easily. However, the camous looks quite nic...
Foundation year student
1 year ago
Uni life is very fun. You get to spend time with your friends and they're always there so you don't get bored. Norwich is a very average city but again you get used to it and it's also very historic
Foundation year student
1 year ago
Cost of living is hard personally but you get used to it. It depends on how you manage your money
Foundation year student
1 year ago
The student union are there all the time and are very supportive. They practically run the university and make it seem amazing. They run events almost every day and week and make the uni thrive.
Foundation year student
1 year ago
I haven't had any issues but they're supportive and available when u need them
Foundation year student
1 year ago
Accommodation is definitely good and like a hotel. The library is open 24/7 and the campus kitchen has very good food. My room is amazing I opted for en suite room which is better than others. We share a kitchen which is ok as it can get dirty quickly. But other than that all is good
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East Anglia
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Geography course at University of East Anglia features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
77%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
97%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
84%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
94%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
low
Learning opportunities
82%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
93%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
76%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
85%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
75%
low
Assessment and feedback
67%
low
Assessment and feedback
67%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
81%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
81%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
55%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
67%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
53%
low
Academic support
88%
low
Academic support
88%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
87%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
78%
low
Organisation and management
78%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
76%
low
How well organised is your course?
78%
low
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
86%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
78%
low
Student voice
78%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
72%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
91%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
72%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
65%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
78%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
81%
low
Teaching on my course
81%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
73%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
88%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
78%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
82%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
83%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
63%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
70%
low
Assessment and feedback
70%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
72%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
92%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
51%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
64%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
73%
med
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
med
Organisation and management
72%
low
Organisation and management
72%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
76%
low
How well organised is your course?
69%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
82%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
80%
low
Student voice
74%
med
Student voice
74%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
57%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
94%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
67%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
68%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
78%
med
Student information
The Geography course at University of East Anglia features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Geography course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of East Anglia graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
70%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Teaching Professionals
10%
Conservation and environment professionals
10%
Elementary occupations
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
20%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Elementary occupations
10%
Managers, directors and senior officials
10%
Teaching Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of East Anglia graduates who took Geography - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.5k
First year after graduation
£28.5k
Third year after graduation
£31.4k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Geography.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a UK Top 25 university (Complete University Guide 2025) and is ranked in the UK Top 30 in the Mail 2025 guide. An internationally renowned university, it offers academic and social facilities of the highest quality.
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Attending one of our Open Days will offer you the most comprehensive overview of life at UEA. You'll have the opportunity to explore the campus, attend general and subject-specific talks, and tour our award-winning student accommodation. You'll also get to speak to current staff and students about studying and living in Norwich.
Book now to attend one of our Open Day events and get a real taste of what UEA offers.
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Source: University of East Anglia
