BSc (Hons) Geography at Kingston University

Programme overview

Nurture your passion for our environment with Kingston University, ranked Top 10 in the UK for Geography in the Guardian University Guide 2026. This course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (RGS). Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in geographical knowledge and skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of the world beyond higher education.

Duration: 3 years full time / 4 years full time including professional placement | Study mode: full-time (optional professional placement year) | Intake: 2027 | Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this course you will study modules in geographical theory and research methods along with optional modules in the areas of Human Geography, Physical Geography, and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) where you will learn about digital mapping and spatial analysis. Year 1 provides a foundation in human and physical geography. Year 1 - year 1 (core modules): Our Dynamic Earth, Digital Mapping, Global Challenges in Human Geography and Sustainability, Skills for Professional Practice. Year 2 - year 2 (core modules): Advanced Research Methods and Project Management, Rivers, Oceans and the Atmosphere, Data Analytics and GIS, People, Place and Politics.

Career pathways

Graduates from this course go on to work in a wide range of areas, such as local government, retail, human resources, finance, insurance, ICT, education and research. Many graduates progress to postgraduate studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry 2027: BSc (Hons): 104-128 UCAS tariff points: At least two A-levels, or a BTEC Level 3 National: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM) or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. Applications from those that have undertaken a foundation year will also be considered. Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. UCAS codes: F800, F801.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) full-time annual tuition fee for entry in 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 20,500 a year (2027/28). International Year 1 fee for entry in 2027/28; later years: Year 2 (2028/29): £21,300, Year 3 (2029/30): £22,100, Year 4 (2030/31): £22,900 Source

Intake: 2027

Duration: 3 years full time / 4 years full time including professional placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/f2317c19-0c00-0d0c-9009-4f95f5dea9b1/course?studyYear=2027

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