Geography BA (Hons)

5.0
2 reviews
  • Professors are nice and helpful. The methods are very different from the italian ones. There are seminars and papers to hand in during the semester.
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  • I met interesting and lovely people that I will never forget. I had the opportunity to learn Welsh and to improve my skills in English.
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Bachelor's degree

In Bangor

£ 13,300 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Bangor (Wales)

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Start date

    September

The environment is a major focus of teaching within the School and Geography is central to this. If you choose to study Geography at Bangor you will learn about the physical processes that shape the earth and the relationship between humankind and the environment. course students develop knowledge and transferable skills across traditional subject boundaries and address the major environmental challenges facing mankind today. We offer BA and BSc Honours degrees in Geography and a 4 year integrated Masters degree (MGeog).

Facilities

Location

Start date

Bangor (Gwynedd)
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LL57 2DG

Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now open

About this course


Show understanding of units of measure and dimensional analysis

Have a sound grasp of basic numerical manipulation techniques

Be able to use mathematical and graphical techniques to describe scientific phenomena

Apply appropriate data analysis and statistical techniques to scientific data using Excel, Matlab and SPSS computer packages and correctly interpret the outcomes

Have an awareness of how to plan and conduct a simple experiment with appropriate regard to design and analysis issues

Apply appropriate spatial analysis techniques to data and correctly interpret the outputs

Develop an understanding of the scientific method to develop ideas, make observations, and set and test hypotheses

Be able to communicate the results of environmental scientific investigations to an appropriate audience

Apply appropriate temporal analysis techniques to data and correctly interpret the outputs


Geography graduates are highly employable and are in demand due to the transferable skills and subject knowledge they develop during their studies. You will graduate with a widely respected degree that opens up career possibilities in both the private and public sectors. Bangor graduates have gone on to careers in environmental consultancy, management, teaching and many more. Geography degrees also provide the foundation for further postgraduate study and research. Geography students can enhance their employability by registering for the Bangor Employability Award.

The School range is 320 260 points on the UCAS Tariff.
BTEC National Diploma in a relevant subject area.

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Reviews

5.0
  • Professors are nice and helpful. The methods are very different from the italian ones. There are seminars and papers to hand in during the semester.
    |
  • I met interesting and lovely people that I will never forget. I had the opportunity to learn Welsh and to improve my skills in English.
    |
100%
4.7
excellent

Course rating

Recommended

Centre rating

Student

5.0
30/03/2018
What I would highlight: Professors are nice and helpful. The methods are very different from the italian ones. There are seminars and papers to hand in during the semester.
What could be improved: All ok
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Student

5.0
14/02/2018
What I would highlight: I met interesting and lovely people that I will never forget. I had the opportunity to learn Welsh and to improve my skills in English.
What could be improved: -
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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Subjects

  • IT
  • Climate Change
  • Human Geography
  • Skills and Training
  • Geography
  • Understanding Society
  • Settlement Systems
  • Neoliberal Environments
  • Geography Outdoors
  • Geohazards
  • Earth Systems and Processes

Course programme

Year 1 and Year 2 The 1st year focusus on key basic knowledge and skills. Students are able to switch between BA and BSc courses at the end of the first year if they wish. Year 1 compulsory modules may include: Human Geography Understanding Society Earth Systems and Processes Introductory Research Skills Academic Tutorials Field Course: Making Snowdonia The aim of the second year is to deepen your subject knowledge and widen your skills base. Modules cover key areas in physical and human geography and investigate major geographical debates. Students may convert onto the MGeog at the end of Year 2. Year 2 compulsory modules may include: GIS & Research Methods People, Space and Place Sustainable Development Climate Change Field Course: UK Optional modules may include: Geography Outdoors Geohazards Principles of Conservation Identity & Diversity Catchment Processes Year 3 In the final year, BA and BSc students complete their Honours Project; a piece of independent research designed and carried out by students (supervised by a member of staff). This is an opportunity to study in detail, a topic that particularly interests you. The year 3 study tour to Europe is seen by many students as a highlight of their course. Compulsory modules may include: Honours Project Neoliberal Environments Settlement Systems Optional modules may include: Field Course: Barcelona Current Environmental Issues Current Issues in Human Geography Environmental Policy Renewable Energy Waste Management Global Food Security Professional Placement

Geography BA (Hons)

£ 13,300 VAT inc.