Skip to main content
UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L720

Human Geography

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
Visit University Website
3 yearsDuration
£23,750Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
95%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Human Geography at Lancaster University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about advancing human performance. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Given the pace at which our planet is changing, there has never been a more important time to study Human Geography. With a unique blend of social sciences and geography, gain first-hand experience of the ways in which people interact with their environment and how they form communities, cultures, and economies. Learn to make sense of the complex interactions between humanity and our planetary environment and discover how you can make a positive difference. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

What to expect
Getting out in the field
Important Information
UCAS Code:L720
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
View on university website

Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

ABB

A level Geography is recommended, or alternatively one of the following subjects: Anthropology, Classics, Economics, English Literature, History, Philosophy, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, World Development.

International Baccalaureate

32 points

Including 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects and Geography or alternative cognate subject at HL grade 6.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic58

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£23,750

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£71,250

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Lancaster University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,000£28,000£30,000
3 years£22,000£26,000£30,500
5 years£27,000£32,500£40,000

UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 16% above UK average salary
This course
£32,500
UK average
£28,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH26-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

64%Working
10%Studying
11%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
68%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH26-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
95%
Learning opportunities
78%
Assessment and feedback
75%
Academic support
88%
Organisation and management
91%
Learning resources
84%
Student voice
74%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

2 Scholarships Available

Matched to your course, level & nationality

Your nationality

MeritCountry-specific

India Scholarship – Undergraduate

Lancaster University · Undergraduate

£3,000scholarship value
  • For India students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Undergraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Lancaster University

About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Human Geography as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#164QS World
#24UK Ranking
18,620+Students
165+Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Explore courses, compare universities, and find scholarships at CourseOptions.com

Explore All Courses