BA (Hons) Human Geography and Environment (with a placement year)

Program Overview

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This BA (Hons) Human Geography and Environment program combines human geography and environmental studies to explore the relationship between people, places, and environments. It develops critical thinking, analytical, and research skills to address contemporary social and environmental challenges, preparing students for careers in environmental conservation, policy analysis, and more. The program includes a paid placement year for practical experience and offers elective modules for specialization in areas of interest.

Program Outline

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BA (Hons) Human Geography and Environment (with a placement year)

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Degree Overview:

This program combines human geography and environmental studies to explore the complex relationship between people, places, and environments. It focuses on fostering skills and knowledge necessary for understanding and proposing solutions to contemporary social and environmental challenges.

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Key program objectives:

• Develop an understanding of contemporary human geography and current environmental issues.
• Gain critical thinking and analytical skills to solve global problems.
• Learn geographical concepts and tools for effective problem-solving.
• Become capable of designing and conducting independent research projects.
• Understand diverse perspectives on environmental sustainability and development.
• Develop effective communication skills for diverse audiences.

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Outline:

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Year 1:

• Introduces foundational concepts in human geography and environmental studies.
• Focuses on key skills like research methods, data analysis, and critical thinking.
• Provides a base for further study in specialized areas.
• Includes:
• Environment, Development and Society
• Geographical Perspectives for Environmental Issues
• Equitable and Sustainable Futures 1: Sites of Global Change
• Introduction to Global Challenges
• Introduction to Research Skills
• Our Dynamic Earth

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Year 2:

• Develops knowledge and skills through core modules and electives.
• Allows tailoring the degree to individual interests through elective choices.
• Includes:
• From Foundations to Innovations in Human Geography Research
• Equitable and Sustainable Futures 2: Knowledge, Power and Place in the Global South
• Engendering Change
• Research Skills and Project Design
• Two elective modules (examples: Megacities and Urbanisation, Ecosystem Management and Conservation)

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Year 3 (Placement Year):

• Paid work placement with industry partners.
• Gain practical experience and apply classroom learning to real-world scenarios.
• Focus on environmental consultancy, government agencies, political bodies, or environmental organizations.
• Includes:
• Two reflective reports on placement experience.

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Year 4:

• Specialize in chosen areas through independent research and advanced modules.
• Develops advanced research and analytical skills through the independent project.
• Includes:
• Research Project
• Equitable and Sustainable Futures 3: Inequalities, Change and Hope
• Sustainability Clinic
• Two elective modules (examples: Energy Transitions and Low Carbon Futures, Tackling Britain's Environmental Challenges)

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Assessment:

• Assessments vary depending on the modules.
• Methods include:
• Coursework
• Closed or open examinations
• Presentations
• Practical write-ups
• Portfolios
• Essays
• Independent research project

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Teaching:

• Led by researchers and experts in various fields of human geography and environment.
• Combines lectures, seminars, workshops, and field trips.
• Emphasizes practical work, including individual and group projects.
• Year 1 and 2 include residential and day field trips.
• Year 3 includes an optional UK-based field trip.

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Careers:

• Prepares students for diverse careers tackling environmental issues at local, national, and international levels.
• Develops transferable skills valuable beyond the environment and geography sectors.
• Examples of career paths:
• Environmental conservationist
• Graduate policy analyst
• Flood risk officer
• Graduate environmental consultant
• Environmental engineer
• Energy analyst

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Other:

• The program aims to provide a holistic understanding of human-environment interactions and equip students with the tools to address complex challenges.
• The curriculum is designed to be engaging and relevant, drawing on current research and real-world issues.
• Students have the opportunity to specialize in areas of interest and develop expertise in specific topics.
• The program emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills essential for success in today's world.

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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK (home) fees: £9,250 per year International and EU fees: £28,800 per year UK (home) or international fees? The level of fee that you will be asked to pay depends on whether you're classed as a UK (home) or international student. Check your fee status. Fees for subsequent years UK (home) fees may increase within the government fee cap in subsequent academic years. We will notify you of any increase as soon as we can. International fees are subject to increase in subsequent years in line with the prevailing Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate (up to a maximum of 10%). Additional costs Field work is integral to your course and comprises both residential and day trips. In year 1 and 2 there are core residential and day field trips. The travel and accommodation costs of these trips are included in your student fees.

• Optional field trips are not paid for, and you will be asked to contribute to the cost of these.
The destination of our residential field trips are changing. In the first and third year they will be based in the UK; the second year trip will be at an international location. Previous locations include Newcastle, Whitby, Tenerife, Prague, Iceland and Austria.
• The Department covers the costs of flights up to a maximum based on typical flight costs from regional airports bought in good time