Bachelor of Science - Human Geography (L701) (Sandwich Year)

The Human Geography program will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the role of space and place in shaping economic, social, cultural and political activity at different scales and across different cultural contexts.

Students will develop their knowledge and critical understanding of the complex relations between the natural and human world and an awareness of how places outside their everyday experience are created. Students will learn how to use this knowledge to shape the views and actions of elected decision-makers, the voluntary sector and industry in order to improve society.

Students will explore geographical ideas and practice at various spatial scales, making connections between the local, regional, national and global levels. While the program will emphasize the social, cultural, political, economic, development and environmental components of geography, it also includes a range of specialist modules which will enable to pursue their own interests and passions. It culminates in a substantive piece of original research (supervised by one of our expert staff) which offers students the chance to design, conduct and present a piece of primary geographic research on a topic of their choosing.

Students recognize the value of professional experience and have designed the program with this in mind and are the only UK top 10 rated Geography program offering a year-long work placement.

Students will undertake their placement year in practice during the third year of the program. This is an excellent opportunity to translate and apply their learning to the modern workplace and develop key employability skills while building their professional experience, profile and network.

Fieldwork and experiential learning are key facets in the development of undergraduate knowledge and skills within the discipline of Geography.. This program provides a range of opportunities for students to develop this knowledge and skill set, including in-module 1 or 1/2-day field visits; group data collection and analysis assessments; and dedicated Year 2 and Final Year field study modules.