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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F840

Physical Geography

Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham, England
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3 yearsDuration
£29,900Per Year (Intl)
£29,000Avg. Graduate Salary
93%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Royal Holloway, University of London, the BSc (Hons) Physical Geography provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Egham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Physical geographers explore and are inspired by all aspects of our physical environment – from the atmosphere that protects us to the terrain beneath our feet and the living ecosystems that surround us. Study Physical Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London and you’ll develop a deep understanding of the atmosphere, geosphere and biosphere and their interactions with one another, as well as the physical processes that shape and affect our world. You’ll benefit from world-class, research-led teaching in a Department ranked 2nd in the UK for research by the Research Excellence Frame... International tuition fees are £29,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Atmospheric Processes and Climate Systems
Earth Surface Processes and Geomorphology
Biogeography and Ecosystem Dynamics
Hydrology and Water Resources
Soil Science and Pedology
Geographical Research Methods and Data Analysis
Quaternary Environments and Palaeoclimate
Global Environmental Change and Sustainability
UCAS Code:F840
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBB - BBC

Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.

International Baccalaureate

30 points

5,5,5 at Higher Level OR a minimum of 30 points overall.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£29,900

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£89,700

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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 — Royal Holloway, University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£29,000£35,000
3 years£22,500£25,500£32,000
5 years£27,500£32,000£40,500

UK subject average: £27,500 — 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
£25,500
UK average
£27,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 16% above UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£27,500

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

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH26-01-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

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

Teaching on my course
93%
Learning opportunities
87%
Assessment and feedback
82%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
87%
Learning resources
89%
Student voice
84%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Royal Holloway, University of London

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