48 monthsProgramme duration
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geography
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you concerned about the impact of climate change, global deforestation, or declining water resources? Are you interested in how landscapes are formed, or how to manage environments from hazards and risks?
Then geography may be for you.
Geography is the study of how our planet works, from the physical forces that shape landscapes to the impact people and climate have on global environments.
You can study geography in two ways:
BSc Geography
- as a natural science through physical geography
- explore the physical processes of our planet, such as volcanoes and glaciers, flooding and climate change
MA Geography
- as a social science or humanities subject, through human geography
- address human issues such as sustainability, health and social justice
On the BSc Geography degree, you will explore physical geography, the science of our planet’s surface, while also gaining insight into human and environmental systems.
You will also benefit from the wide range of research interests of our academics – many at the forefront of their field – making it easy for you to tailor your studies to suit your interests.
By the end of this degree, you will gain sought-after skills in areas like Geographical Information Systems (GIS), data presentation, and satellite remote sensing of Earth through fieldwork and computer modelling techniques.
Planning for the Earth's future
We asked our undergraduate Geography students to explain why they decided to study geography, and the importance of the subject area to them.
Programme benefits
- Flexible first and second years. Explore a range of course options before specialising in areas that inspire you most
- Edinburgh is your living classroom. From extinct volcanoes to coastal ecosystems, our city provides a backdrop that brings geography to life
- Get hands-on experience. Connect theory with real-world scenarios through fieldwork - from the Scottish Highlands to international locations
- Build future-ready skills. From data analysis and GIS to environmental problem-solving, graduate with skills employers and policymakers need to tackle complex global issues
- Join one of the UK’s largest geography, environmental and Earth science communities. Learn from leading researchers in climate science, hydrology, geomorphology, and sustainability, and access our industry networks
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geography
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you concerned about the impact of climate change, global deforestation, or declining water resources? Are you interested in how landscapes are formed, or how to manage environments from hazards and risks?
Then geography may be for you.
Geography is the study of how our planet works, from the physical forces that shape landscapes to the impact people and climate have on global environments.
You can study geography in two ways:
BSc Geography
- as a natural science through physical geography
- explore the physical processes of our planet, such as volcanoes and glaciers, flooding and climate change
MA Geography
- as a social science or humanities subject, through human geography
- address human issues such as sustainability, health and social justice
On the BSc Geography degree, you will explore physical geography, the science of our planet’s surface, while also gaining insight into human and environmental systems.
You will also benefit from the wide range of research interests of our academics – many at the forefront of their field – making it easy for you to tailor your studies to suit your interests.
By the end of this degree, you will gain sought-after skills in areas like Geographical Information Systems (GIS), data presentation, and satellite remote sensing of Earth through fieldwork and computer modelling techniques.
Planning for the Earth's future
We asked our undergraduate Geography students to explain why they decided to study geography, and the importance of the subject area to them.
Programme benefits
- Flexible first and second years. Explore a range of course options before specialising in areas that inspire you most
- Edinburgh is your living classroom. From extinct volcanoes to coastal ecosystems, our city provides a backdrop that brings geography to life
- Get hands-on experience. Connect theory with real-world scenarios through fieldwork - from the Scottish Highlands to international locations
- Build future-ready skills. From data analysis and GIS to environmental problem-solving, graduate with skills employers and policymakers need to tackle complex global issues
- Join one of the UK’s largest geography, environmental and Earth science communities. Learn from leading researchers in climate science, hydrology, geomorphology, and sustainability, and access our industry networks
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