Physical Geography and Environment with a placement year
University of YorkCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in sport and exercise science with the MEnv Physical Geography and Environment with a placement year at University of York. Based in York, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 5-year full-time structure. Understanding the physical environment and its effects on humans has never been more important than it is today to address the environmental challenges facing the world. This course covers aspects of physical geography such as glaciers, rivers and coastal environments as well as environmental hazards. It also covers other aspects of geography such as climate change, ecology and sustainability. International tuition fees are £32,350 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB Essential Subjects: Geography or Geology plus one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential. |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points With 5 in Higher Level Geography plus one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Systems and Societies, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£32,350
per year
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.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of York
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £26,000 | £28,500 |
| 3 years | £21,000 | £26,000 | £30,500 |
| 5 years | £25,500 | £34,000 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £27,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,000 from year 3 to year 5
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
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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