BSc (Hons) Geography (Human and Physical) at Keele University

Humans share a unique and complex relationship with nature. Explore this fascinating dynamic with our accredited Geography (Human and Physical) BSc and gain a deep understanding of Earth’s landscapes and environments while discovering how human societies connect with the natural world. Engaging in fieldwork, laboratory exercises, and industry work placements will equip you with essential hands-on experience, enabling you to pursue a diverse career in the geography sector such as environmental consultant, science teacher, geospatial data analyst, or logistics manager.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: School of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Academic, Professional and Field Skills, Environment and Sustainability, Human and Physical Geographies for a Changing World, Roots and Futures: exploring sustainable places. Year 2 compulsory modules: Environmental and Sustainability Impact Assessment: Methods and Research Design, Geographical Information Science and Remote Sensing, Lake District Field Course, Space and Society, Earth’s Changing Landscapes. Year 3 compulsory modules: Independent Research Dissertation.

Career pathways

A degree in geography equips you with the tools to tackle the big challenges facing society in the 21st century. As a geographer, you'll develop a wide range of transferable and subject-specific skills including research design, collection and analysis of spatial data, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), professional writing, coding, and proficiency in statistical techniques.

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