BSc Physical Geography at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Understand the processes that created the physical world in this practical BSc Physical Geography course. This degree course will prepare you for work in a variety of fields, including environmental management or engineering. From the start of your studies, you'll study specialist scientific subjects such as ecology and geology.

What you will study

BSc Physical Geography allows you to explore a range of related disciplines such as environmental science, geology, oceanography and biology. This degree consists of a set of core and compulsory modules and a selection of optional modules. You’ll also be able to choose subjects from an optional list such as modern languages.

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, GIS technician, geospatial analyst, project manager, cartographer, hydrologist, waste and resource officer, environmental consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: ABB. IB: Pass, with minimum 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level. Applicants must hold GCSE English Language (or GCSE English), Mathematics and Science at minimum grade C/4. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 33,900 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/how-to-apply/undergraduate-applications.page

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