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UCAS Code: | L701 |
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Course Length: | 3 Years Full-Time, 6 Years Part-Time |
Start Dates: | September 2022, September 2023 |
Subjects: | Geography and Geology |
Location: | Edge Hill University |
Example Offers: | BBC (A Level) or DMM (BTEC) View full entry criteria |
This degree will provide you with a deeper appreciation of the significant role played by human societies, cultures and behaviours, and the physical environments, landscapes and environmental processes of the earth. UK and international fieldwork projects will focus your interests, while also broadening your horizons. Specialising in human geography, you will develop an understanding of the socio-economic and environmental challenges facing the world, through theoretical and practical investigation, as well as knowledge of the patterns, processes and changes in the earth’s physical environments to better understand key global issues. A range of social, economic, political and cultural processes impacting on the human world will be examined and you will gain expertise in geographical information systems (GIS) and remote sensing using the latest industry-standard technology. The programme provides a wealth of transferable skills, enhanced with tailored careers and employability activities across each of the three years, to help you find the career of your choice.
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What will I study?
Year 1 provides a foundation in human and physical geography and introduces you to a variety of global environmental issues. You will explore key inter-relationships between people, places and environment, gaining an understanding of the human and physical landscapes of the earth’s surface. Practical techniques for the handling, analysis and communication of spatial and graphical data will be introduced as you develop skills in cartography, research and statistical analyses. You will also participate in residential fieldwork.
In Year 2 you will enhance your knowledge of essential research methods in human geography, discovering how to design a research proposal and conduct and report upon effective field investigations. You will also be immersed in digital geographies, developing your skills and knowledge in remote sensing analysis and the interpretation of aerial and satellite imagery using geographical information systems (GIS). A choice of optional modules enables you to focus on human geography themes including sustainability, migration, community resilience, and political geographies. You may also wish to explore physical geography topics such as biogeography, geomorphology, climate, weather, and soil development. An additional option is the opportunity to undertake a work placement.
In Year 3 you will complete an independent research project and choose from a range of optional modules. There will be opportunities for further specialisation in social, cultural and political geographies, from examining socio-cultural issues, to the political geographies of migration, and the role of heritage and culture in the tourism industry, for example. You may also learn how to apply GIS technologies for spatial data management and analysis. Physical geography options are also available enabling you to study natural hazards, environmental change, fluvial and coastal landscapes and processes, and wetlands and their ecosystems.
How will I study?
Teaching is through laboratory and workshop practical activities, lectures and seminars, directed independent study, dissertation supervision, tutorials and fieldwork. We place an emphasis on building your employment potential through the acquisition of subject-specific, key and career management skills, as well as the development of knowledge and understanding.
Fieldwork is one of the most beneficial and enjoyable aspects of our programme. Current fieldwork locations include Cumbria, the Netherlands and Mallorca as well as local sites.
How will I be assessed?
Assessments give you the opportunity to display your knowledge and understanding and to develop and demonstrate your competence in subject-specific and key skills. Modules are assessed by either coursework only or a mixture of coursework and examination. Exams never count for more than 60% of the total mark for modules that include an examination. Coursework includes practical portfolios, essays, project reports, field notebooks, individual and group oral presentations and poster presentations.
Who will be teaching me?
We have experienced and knowledgeable staff who take pride in the quality of their teaching. All staff are research active, which means that they keep up-to-date with current developments in their areas of interest and pass this knowledge on. We are a friendly and approachable department where you won’t get lost in the crowd and we will respond to your needs.
Facilities
The Department of Geography and Geology’s modern and wide-ranging facilities combine with a friendly and supportive learning environment to ensure that your studies are a rich and rewarding experience.
The Geosciences building features a large lecture theatre, small group teaching rooms, physical geography and environmental science laboratories, a geology laboratory, a geo-engineering laboratory, geo-information laboratories and a large social area.
Timetables
Timetables for your first week are normally available at the end of August prior to enrolment in September. You can expect to receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year during your first week. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week. Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Modules
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Compulsory modules:
GEO1055Contemporary Geographical Research (20 credits)
GEO1054Contemporary Geographical Skills (20 credits)
GEO1046Environmental Issues (20 credits)
GEO1043Introducing Human Geographies (20 credits)
GEO1045Introducing Physical Geographies (20 credits)
GEO1044Practising Human Geographies (20 credits)
You have the option to learn a language and study Arabic, French, German, Italian, Mandarin or Spanish as an integral part of this degree. A single Language module can be studied in Year 1 instead of either GEO1044 Practising Human Geographies or GEO1046 Environmental Issues.
TLC1010Language 1 (20 credits)
Year 2
Compulsory modules:
GEO2080Digital Geographies (20 credits)
GEO2072Human Geography Research in Practice (20 credits)
GEO2070Research Methods for Human Geography (20 credits)
You will select three of the following optional modules:
GEO2079Biogeography (20 credits)
SPY2138Cultural Analysis in a Global World (20 credits)
CRI2025Gender, Sex and Violence (20 credits)
GEO2247Geographies of Vulnerability, Risk and Hazard (20 credits)
GEO2075Geomorphology (20 credits)
GEO2246Political Geography (20 credits)
POL2003Political Ideologies (20 credits)
GEO2074Retail and Consumption Geographies (20 credits)
SPY2136States, Conflict and Political Violence (20 credits)
GEO2245Sustainable Urban Futures (20 credits)
GEO2078Urban and Rural Geographies (20 credits)
CRI2220Violence and Society (20 credits)
GEO2077Weather, Climate and Soils (20 credits)
GEO2081Work Based Learning for Geography, Environmental and Geological Science (20 credits)
If you studied a Language module in Year 1, or if you can demonstrate equivalent knowledge, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 2. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional modules above.
TLC2000Language 2 (20 credits)
Year 3
Compulsory modules:
GEO3080Dissertation in Human Geography (40 credits)
You will select four of the following optional modules:
GEO3071Natural Hazards (20 credits)
GEO3073Environmental Change (20 credits)
GEO3074Sport Geographies (20 credits)
GEO3075Rivers and Coasts (20 credits)
GEO3076Heritage Tourism (20 credits)
GEO3077Wetlands (20 credits)
GEO3088Environmental Hydrology and Flood Management (20 credits)
GEO3089Applied Geographical Information Systems (20 credits)
GEO3102Landscape Ecology (20 credits)
GEO3245Critical Geographies of Modern Slavery (20 credits)
SPY3048Critical Autism Studies (20 credits)
SPY3110Critical Terrorism Studies (20 credits)
SPY3118Childhood and Sexuality (20 credits)
SPY3122Superdiversity and Community (20 credits)
SPY3125Socio-Cultural Issues and Questions (20 credits)
SPY3130Sociology of the Body and the Emotions (20 credits)
If you studied Language modules in Years 1 and 2, or if you can demonstrate equivalent knowledge, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 3. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional modules above.
TLC3000Language 3 (20 credits)
Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.
Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
Typical offer 112 UCAS Tariff points, including Geography, Environmental Science or a related subject. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or Adult Numeracy at Level 2 or above, or equivalent, is also required.
Example Offers
Some examples of how you can achieve 112 UCAS Tariff points are detailed below.
- A Level: BBC;
- BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications): Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM);
- T Level: Overall grade of Merit;
- International Baccalaureate (IB): We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. Subject-specific requirements at Higher Level (HL) Grade 5 may apply;
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 credits at Level 3, for example 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.
Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
If you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven’t been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements, including details of alternative qualifications, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/offers.
EU students can get country-specific information about the University’s entry requirements and equivalent national qualifications at www.edgehill.ac.uk/eu.
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international for information on the entry criteria for overseas applicants.
English Language Requirements
International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
If your current level of English is half a band or one band lower, either overall or in one or two elements, you may want to consider our Pre-Sessional English course.
Are there any alternative ways to meet the entry requirements?
If you have the ability to study for a degree but lack the necessary qualifications or confidence, our Fastrack: Preparation for Higher Education course could be for you. This free, seven-week programme provides a great opportunity to enhance your study skills and subject knowledge and demonstrate that you are ready to study a particular subject with us, in lieu of achieving the UCAS Tariff points in the entry criteria.
Upon successful completion of a Fastrack course, you will be well placed to progress onto a corresponding Edge Hill University degree, although additional entry requirements may apply and the availability of specific programmes cannot be guaranteed. For more information, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/fastrack.
Career Prospects
What are my career prospects?
A geography degree is recognised by employers for the extensive range of transferable skills that graduates have including IT and communication skills, project management, report writing, statistical analysis, group work and oral presentation skills. These skills are of great value to them and to you in your career.
You will be qualified for a career in industry, administration, finance, marketing, local government, environmental management, planning, remote sensing, environmental monitoring and consultancy, environmental education, postgraduate study, teaching (further training required) and research.
How can I enhance my employability?
It is useful to consider, even before you apply, how you will spend your time while studying and make the most of your university experience.
Optional, additional activities may be available on this degree which could help to prepare you for a stimulating and rewarding career. These include:
- Sandwich Years – you may have the opportunity to apply to complete a sandwich year placement, usually as the third year of a four year degree, and gain highly relevant work experience;
- Studying Abroad – you may have the opportunity to apply to spend time studying or working abroad, usually as the third year of a four year degree, enabling you to immerse yourself in a different culture;
- Learning a Language – you may be able to select language modules, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, as an integral part of your degree (for which you will gain academic credits). Alternatively, it may be possible to participate in Language Steps classes as additional study.
Please note, the availability of these additional activities cannot be guaranteed for all students. Depending on availability and the number of students wanting to participate, there may be a competitive application process for sandwich year placements or studying abroad opportunities or you may be required to secure a relevant placement yourself.
Finance
Tuition Fees
If you are a prospective UK student who will be joining this undergraduate degree on a full-time basis in academic year 2022/23, the tuition fee will be £9,250 a year. Tuition fees for international students enrolling on the programme on a full-time basis in academic year 2022/23 are £15,000 a year.
If you are a prospective UK student who will be joining this undergraduate degree on a part-time basis in academic year 2022/23, the tuition fee will be £77 per credit. This is equivalent to £1,540 per 20 credit module. 360 credits are required to complete an undergraduate degree.
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.
The University may administer a small inflationary rise in tuition fees, in line with Government policy, in subsequent academic years as you progress through the course.
Financial Support
Subject to eligibility, UK students joining this undergraduate degree can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK students enrolling on the programme may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
For comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK students joining this programme in academic year 2022/23, together with details of how to apply for potential funding, please view our Money Matters 2022/23 guide for your intended mode of study.
- Money Matters 2022/23 Full-Time: www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2022
- Money Matters 2022/23 Part-Time: www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2022pt
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply for financial support. Irish nationals should ordinarily apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). Please see www.edgehill.ac.uk/eufinance for further details.
Financial support information for international students can be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.
Scholarships
Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships with a competitive application process for prospective full-time undergraduate students.
These scholarships aren’t linked to academic success and celebrate determination, talent and achievement beyond your coursework, for instance in creativity, enterprise, ICT, performance, sport or volunteering.
To find out more about scholarships, to assess your eligibility, and to meet some of our dedicated scholarship winners, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.
Apply
How to Apply
If you wish to study full-time, apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.com. Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyucas to find out more about the application process.
If you wish to study part-time, apply directly to Edge Hill University at www.edgehill.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
Further information for international students about how to apply is available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyinternational.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
Visit Us
If you are considering applying to study at Edge Hill University, the best way to gain an insight into student life is to discover our stunning campus for yourself by attending an open day. You can view dates and book your place at www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays.
Alternatively, if you are unable to attend an open day, you can find out more about our full range of events for prospective students, including campus tours and virtual activities, at www.edgehill.ac.uk/visitus.
Request a Prospectus
If you would like to explore our full range of degrees before you apply, you can order an undergraduate prospectus at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradprospectus.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about this programme or what it’s like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:
- Course Enquiries
- Tel: 01695 657000
- Email: [email protected]
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email [email protected] with any queries about overseas study.
Course Changes
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21st January 2021 - Change of Modules
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