Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Geography with Global Development with a Year Abroad course at University of East Anglia.
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Contextual offer: BBB
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The Geography with Global Development with a Year Abroad 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 |
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| Geography | B |
| Biology | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| Psychology | C |
| Economics | B |
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| Geography | A |
| Psychology | D |
| Mathematics | B |
| Sociology | B |
| Economics | A |
UCAS code: LL7A
Here's what University of East Anglia says about its Geography with Global Development with a Year Abroad course.
Overview
The world is more interconnected than ever before, driving urgent global challenges such as food insecurity, conflict, social justice and the environmental crisis. Now, more than ever, there’s a need for geographers with a truly global perspective. Our BA in Geography and Global Development with a Year Abroad prepares you to think globally and work towards a just and sustainable future.
You’ll study critical contemporary issues from a geographical perspective – including poverty, race, gender, health, migration, the environment, artificial intelligence and cities – with a focus on the relationship between people, place, and transformative social justice. You’ll gain key practical skills, including the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS), cross-cultural communication, policy analysis, problem-solving, and fieldwork skills. You can also develop your understanding of specific regions of the world, such as sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Latin America.
Local fieldwork is a vital part of all core modules, complemented by exciting residential field trips in Europe and the UK. In your third year you’ll have the rewarding opportunity to learn at one of our many partner universities around the world, studying modules that complement your studies at UEA. In recent years, students have gone to universities in Ghana, Mexico, Japan, and Australia, amongst many others.
UEA is the ideal place to study for a BA in Geography and Global Development. We’ve been rated 1st in the UK for research quality in both Development Studies (REF 2021) and Geography and Environmental Science (Complete University Guide 2025). By studying with us, in the vibrant city of Norwich, you’ll join our welcoming and close-knit academic community. You’ll work alongside world-renowned geographers as well as experts in politics, anthropology, economics and the environment – all within the School of Global Development. Our academics work across every region of the world, and you'll benefit from their connections and expertise in countries as diverse as Uganda, India, and Chile.
A degree in Geography and Global Development will prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career in a range of sectors including tourism, urban and regional planning, environmental sustainability, law, government, NGOs, and more. According to the Royal Geographical Society, geography graduates have the joint highest employment rates amongst social scientists and command some of the highest salaries.
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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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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Global Development
Location
Main Site | Norwich
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time with time abroad
Subjects
• Human geography
• International development
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| International | £23,100 per year |
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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...
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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
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Cost of living is hard personally but you get used to it. It depends on how you manage your money
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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.
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I haven't had any issues but they're supportive and available when u need them
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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
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The Geography with Global Development with a Year Abroad 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
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95%
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
88%
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Learning opportunities
87%
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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
93%
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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
85%
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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
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Student voice
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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
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Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
95%
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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
80%
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Teaching on my course
81%
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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%
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
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Learning opportunities
78%
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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
82%
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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
83%
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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
63%
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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
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Assessment and feedback
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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
92%
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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
64%
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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
73%
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Academic support
89%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
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Organisation and management
72%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
76%
low
How well organised is your course?
69%
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Learning resources
86%
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
82%
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
80%
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Student voice
74%
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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
57%
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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
94%
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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
67%
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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
68%
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Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
78%
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Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
85%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
25%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Elementary occupations
10%
Media Professionals
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
The Geography with Global Development with a Year Abroad course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of East Anglia graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£22.3k
First year after graduation
£25.9k
Third year after graduation
£28.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£24.5k
First year after graduation
£28.5k
Third year after graduation
£31.4k
Fifth year after graduation
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