MSci Physical Geography

The Physical Geography MSci Hons course at Lancaster University is a four-year integrated masters course that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the physical processes at work on Earth, equipping them with a wide range of skills from mapping volcanic fallouts to predicting flood hazard. This course is suitable for students who are passionate about the environment and looking to develop their research skills.Course Content: Students will be introduced to core geography, focusing on the physical aspects. They'll learn about everything from global climate to local weather systems, and from the evolution of life on Earth to predicting future climate scenarios. They'll spend the first year getting introduced to the core topics and their second and third years deepening their understanding. The fourth year allows students to specialise in preferred areas of study.Key Modules: Some key modules include Geographical Skills, Weather and Climate, Geographical Fieldwork in the UK and Overseas, Glaciology and Glacial Geology, River Catchment Dynamics, and Paleoclimatology. The final year includes an independently researched dissertation project.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (RGS).Future Careers: Graduates of this course can pursue a wide variety of careers in sectors such as environmental consultancy, the water industry, weather forecasting, climate modelling, or further study towards a PhD. They also gain skills that are much in demand by today's employers, such as problem-solving ability, data interpretation, and numeracy.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.