Geography BA (Hons) at Coventry University

Examine the dynamic relationship between society and the environment, blending geography, fieldwork and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to develop analytical skills for careers in planning, environmental consultancy and international development. This Geography course is ideal for those looking to explore the interactions between people and the environment, covering topics that address many of the contemporary global challenges that we face. Gain a strong foundation in physical and human geography, exploring how environments and societies interact.

Faculty: Sustainability, Geography and Environment  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Field and Research Skills for People and Environments, Dynamic Earth and Society, The Human Environment, Fundamental Earth Processes. Year two: Advanced Geospatial and Field Techniques, Climate change: Science, Society and Solutions, People, Planet and Profit, Society, Culture and Place. Final year: Power, Resistance and Justice, Humans and Hazards, Circular Economies and Sustainability, Undergraduate Research Project.

Career pathways

Successful geography graduates should possess a range of skills that are highly valued by employers. They should be experienced in solving complex problems and developing solutions for multiple stakeholders through the collection and analysis of information.

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