Human Geography Research MA

Program Overview

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Overview

This master's in Human Geography Research provides advanced-level training in research skills, methods and theories so you can pursue a career in research.

Our key areas of research in human geography include:

social and cultural geography

economic geographies

international development

geopolitics

Newcastle University is one of the leading places for geographical research in the UK. In 2014, we received recognition for the quality of our publications and research outputs. 80% of our geography research output is world-leading or internationally excellent. This ranks us fourth in the UK for output quality. The impact of our research was also recognised, with Newcastle ranked equal third in the UK.

Following the assessment of case studies ranging from a wide topic area, 70% were rated as world-leading, including:

the role of universities in regional growth

new ways of benchmarking economic areas

standards for the assessment of water quality

the impact of people trafficking

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Program Outline

What you'll learn

Our course equips you with the knowledge and research skills needed to develop as a human geography researcher. Throughout the course you'll develop:

the ability to define research problems and design appropriate methods for their investigation

individual research interests through choosing your own projects

your research profile

research skills in data collection and analysis

an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different data types and research methods

bibliographic and computing research skills, including the use of specialist software

a professional approach to ethical issues surrounding research in human geography

research skills in qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques

communication skills for the effective dissemination of research to both specialist and non-specialist audiences

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Modules

You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.

Course content changes

Module information is intended to provide an example of what you will study.

Our teaching is informed by research. Course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.

Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.

Optional modules availability

Some courses have optional modules. Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.

To find out more please see our terms and conditions.

Human Geography Research modules

Compulsory Modules	Credits
Doing Geographical Research	10
Philosophies in Human Geography	20
Human Geography: Concepts in Action	20
Research Dissertation	60
Thinking about Research	10
Information Skills	10
Dissertation Preparation	10
Qualitative Methodology in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences	20
Quantitative Analysis	20