BA Human Geography at University of Southampton

Learn how people, places and societies shape one another in this BA Human Geography degree. You’ll explore how social, cultural and economic influences affect how people live and work across the world, with a clear understanding of development, identity and difference. On this 3 year course you’ll learn how geographers explain patterns of change in communities and across regions, then apply this knowledge through research, field experience and project work.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences  |  Department: Geography and environmental science  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this course you'll get an in-depth look at human geography from core  modules that all students take. You'll get to carry out a research project in your second and final year. You'll be able to take on personal fieldwork or create a research documentary in the UK or abroad.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including environmental consultancy, environmental public bodies, government research institutes, local councils, academic, charities, commercial/private sector. Careers directly related to the course include transport planner, recruitment consultant, GIS technician, analyst, researcher, business development manager, energy specialist, surveyor.

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