Geography with a Placement Year
University of East Anglia UEA
UCAS Code: F801 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of East Anglia UEA
UCAS Code: F801 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
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/General studies not accepted. Contextual offer: BBC 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/General studies not accepted.
Access to HE Diploma
including 12 credits in either Geography, Geology, Maths, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Physics.
Principal subjects and A-Level combinations are considered - please contact us
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Including HL5 in either Geography, Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation or Analysis and Approaches), Economics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Applied Science, or Applied Science (Medical Science), Environmental Sustainability, Forensic & Criminal Investigation, Countryside Management or Animal Management. NOTE: For Animal Management we accept Extended Diploma only. Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration. Contextual offer: DMM in Applied Science, or Applied Science (Medical Science), Environmental Sustainability, Forensic & Criminal Investigation, Countryside Management or Animal Management. NOTE: For Animal Management we accept Extended Diploma only. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration.
Scottish Advanced Higher
including Geography, Geology, Maths, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Physics.
Scottish Higher
including A in either Geography, Geology, Maths, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Physics.
Obtain an overall Pass including a B in the core of the T Level and a Distinction in the Occupational Specialism. Acceptable subjects are: Design, Surveying and Planning For Construction, and Science.
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About this course
**Overview**
Delve into an exploration of the dynamic and ever-changing world we live in – from volcanoes and earthquakes to climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss.
Our BSc Geography degree with a Placement Year covers both physical and human geography, focusing on the interactions between the natural environment and human society. You’ll have the opportunity to gain invaluable real-world industry experience to give your career a head start.
At UEA, you’ll learn specialist theory in areas such as earth surface processes, meteorology, hydrology, population ecology and environmental economics. You’ll learn from world-leading researchers, and develop your skills across a range of specialisms – from geographical information systems to environmental policymaking, biogeography, international development, climate change, energy transitions and natural hazards. You’ll also take part in exciting national and international fieldwork trips to places such as Devon, Scotland, the Lake District and Spain.
With lots of flexibility in module choice, you’ll learn key geographical concepts and explore today’s global environmental challenges, studying how our dynamic planet works. You’ll take part in seminars and team projects with other students, developing specialist analysis skills, and mastering geographical software. You’ll develop highly valued transferable skills, including critical thinking, data analysis, fieldwork, spatial visualisation, science communication, and social theories of change.
Choice is at the heart of our BSc Geography degree. In classrooms, and on field courses, you'll develop a broad understanding of geographical issues, theories and how to apply them. In year one, you'll learn about the most pressing geographical, environmental and sustainability problems, whilst in years two and four, you'll choose from a range of specialisms including climate science, environmental policy, Earth resources, river catchment management, urban geography, biodiversity conservation, energy systems and environmental economics. You’ll enhance your studies and employability by spending year three on an industrial work placement, giving you hands-on experience.
Most importantly, you’ll graduate with the skills to make a difference. The ability to work across the social, human and physical sciences is in high demand in both private and public sector graduate jobs, where you'll be able to provide real-world solutions to today’s challenges. Check out Nikil’s story, who is now working as a Policy Officer for DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs), 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
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