BSc (Hons) Physical Geography

The BSc Physical Geography course offered by the University of Southampton provides students with a thorough understanding of the Earth's processes, from the poles to the tropics. This degree will equip students with the skills and knowledge to understand and interpret the world around them, interweaving geography, environmental science and geophysics for a comprehensive appreciation of the mechanics of our planet.Course Content: The curriculum includes core modules focused on equipping students with a solid grounding in the subject. Further, students have the chance to shape their degree by choosing from a diverse range of optional modules. Topics covered include understanding the causes of earthquakes, storms, and flooding, understanding the climate system and how it's changing, understanding and interpreting landscapes and more.Key Modules: While the entirety of modules are not listed, a glance at the curriculum shows core modules like Earth and Ocean System, Global Challenges, and Exploring our Planet. A multitude of optional modules ranging on a wide variety of topics like Sustainable Futures, Data Management, Geohazards, etc. are available for students to customize their degree.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG). This accreditation means the quality and content of the course meet the high standards set by the accrediting body.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can expect to find opportunities in a wide range of sectors. These include environmental consultancy, town and transport planning, and hazard assessment and management. Other employment areas include the civil service, charity sector, teaching and further research. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.