BA (Hons.) Geography

The Geography BA degree at Edge Hill University offers a comprehensive understanding of geographical issues affecting the world today. This course will provide you with skills in geographical analysis and the interpretation of landscapes. You will get to explore how people and economies interact with the natural and constructed environment.Course Content: The course offers a mix of practical, theoretical and field-based studies, exploring the complex relationships between people, places, and environments. Topics covered include urban geographies, social geographies, geomorphology, geospatial techniques, and climate change and sustainability. There are opportunities to conduct independent research in the third year of the degree.Key Modules: The course is divided into modules such as Understanding Place, Human Geography, Earth Surface Processes, and Geographical Skills. Optional modules may include Urban Geography, Geographies of Development, Physical Geography Field Course, among others.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (RGS) with the Institute of British Geographers (IBG). This represents a mark of quality and relevance to employers.Future Careers: This degree prepares students for diverse careers in areas such as environmental consultancies, geographical information science, planning and development agencies, and more. Some graduates also progress onto postgraduate study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.