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Geography and Environmental Hazards with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Foundation degree
Online
Description
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Type
Foundation degree
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
4 Years
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
Choose a route which is ideal if you are embarking on a fresh career direction or exploring a new subject area
Geography at Derby is joint fifth in the UK for careers after six months of graduating, Guardian University Guide 2020
Start your studies at foundation year stage for a thorough grounding in the subject and achieve your full honours degree in four years
Specialise in the physical, environmental or human area of geography – or a mixture of them all – with our extensive range of optional modules
Gain an in-depth understanding of the processes that cause disasters as well as their impact on human health and livelihoods
Investigate active hazards on fascinating fieldtrips: in the past our students have conducted fieldwork as far afield as the USA and Crete
Benefit from the support and encouragement of staff with substantial research expertise
About this course
Bringing a new dimension to our portfolio, the BSc (Hons) Geography and Environmental Hazards with Foundation Year paves the way to many challenging and rewarding career opportunities worldwide. There are now a growing number of roles which involve planning for, mitigating and managing natural hazards as well as helping to reduce the impact of climate change, pollution and population pressure.
However, this degree also equips you with invaluable transferable skills and the vision and self-reliance that can be used across many areas of employment. By the time you graduate, you’ll have developed a full range of professional skills, theoretical knowledge and practical experience to impress prospective employers from any organisation where environmental awareness and broad scientific knowledge are valued.
Our graduates have gone on to secure diverse roles in areas such as agronomy, environmental consulting, data analysis, water quality analysis, conservation, surveying, transport planning and teaching.
GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and English at L2 as part of your course of study.
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Subjects
- English
- Maths
- University
- GIS
- Foundation
- Research
- Researched
- Handling
- Geoscience
- Organisms
- Environment
- Environmental Health
- Environmental Engineering
Course programme
You'll study modules such as:
Foundation year
- English
- Maths
- Study Skills in Science
- Research Methods in Data Handling
- Foundations in Geoscience
- Organisms and their Environment
- Principles of Chemistry or Fundamentals of Human Behaviour
- Sociology
Stage one
Introduction to Human Geography - The module examines urbanization and offers an insight into the conflicts behind decisions affecting land use and the allocation of resources in urban and rural settings
Physical Geography of the Anthropocene - The aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of the structure, function, and characteristics of the Earth’s physical environment and its links with the human realm
Geographical Methods (1) - Supported by UK residential fieldwork, this module introduces basic methods of field survey, mapping and data collection, analysis and reporting to underpin geographical studies
Global Environmental Issues (1) - This module will introduce the current environmental issues that provide the greatest challenges to today’s global society
Geography and Geographers - The module aims to provide an appreciation of a range of theories and approaches in the discipline of Geography
Environmental Hazards and Disasters - This module introduces natural environmental hazards and disasters in a global geographical and geological context, and looks at each of the major hazards affecting Earth’s surface, people and society
Intellectual and Applied Skills for Geographers
Stage two
Career Preparation for Geographers - The purpose of this module is to help you enhance your graduate employability and prepare you for a professional career as a geography graduate
Mediterranean Environments (2) - This module examines how contemporary geographical processes are expressed within specific spaces, places and landscapes of a specific Mediterranean location
Research Methods in Geography - Focusing on both quantitative and qualitative data analysis, this module evaluates data types and sources in human and physical geography
Water: Resource and Hazard (1) - This module aims to develop a holistic, interdisciplinary understanding of water through a rigorous examination of both geographical as well as a geological analysis
Preparing for the Independent Study in Geoscience - This module aims to prepare students for their Independent study. Independent study often includes fieldwork which normally starts at the end of the second year
Applied Environmental Hazards Workshop
Optional Modules:
Introduction to Remote Sensing and GIS - This module provides a basic understanding of the theories and principles underpinning both satellite remote sensing and GIS and their application
Sustainable Energy Resources (1) - This module will review the current sources of conventional and renewable fuels used for energy production in the UK and globally
Social and Cultural Landscapes - The module aims to introduce students to, and develop their understanding of, the core concerns of contemporary social and cultural geography: its substantive concerns, theoretical perspectives, and methodological innovation
Sustainable Cities - This module will introduce current discussions of sustainable cities highlighting the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly urbanisation taking place all across the world
Glacial Environments (1) - This module examines the nature of surface processes operating in cold environments and their role in landform developmentStudy Abroad Module - This is a block credit module primarily for Geography and Geology single honours students who undertake 1 semester of overseas study as part of their degree programme
Industrial Placement Year (optional)
This course offers an ‘Industrial Placement Year’ giving you the opportunity to enhance your practical skills by putting theory into practice, network in your industry and stand-out in the graduate job market. The placement year takes place in your third year, once completed, you would return to University to complete your final year of studies.
- Applied Professional Practice
- Contemporary Issues in Professional Practice
Independent Studies for Geoscience - This module is a continuation of the process of Personal Development Planning (PDP) initiated in level 4 and 5, to develop an advanced skill-set which will enhance the graduateness and employability of students
Climate Change: Adaptation and Mitigation Perspectives - This module aims to develop a sound understanding of the nature and causes of climate change
Applied Environmental Hazards
Optional modules:
Terrain Evaluation (1) - This module investigates the theory and practice of terrain evaluation with particular reference to engineering construction
Environmental Management: Critical Perspectives (1) - This module will consider the role that environmental management plays in the reduction of waste and in the effective management of natural resources
Global Food Security and Food Futures - The overall aim of this module is to explore theoretical arguments and analysis of food security
Vocational Module (Work Placement or Volunteering) - This module provides an opportunity for students to obtain and undertake a placement with a company, voluntary body, the University of Derby or a public establishment
Applied GIS (1) - This module provides an appropriate portfolio of subject knowledge and applied skills typically required for an introductory position in the field of GIS or for going on to specialist postgraduate study in GIS
Migration and Displacement (1) - This module aims to define the theories and concepts of migration worldwide and explore contemporary geographical approaches to understanding migration and integration processes and their history, interaction, challenges, and prospects
Additional information
£9,250 per year (2020/21)
International fee
£14,045 per year (2020/21)
Geography and Environmental Hazards with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)