Geography and Geology

Leeds University Business School

Postgraduate

In Leeds

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Physical Geography is the integrative science that deals with processes and patterns in the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere and geosphere, and the interaction of humans and their environment. Geology investigates the dynamics of the earth, from its origins over 4.5 billion years ago to the processes that define how we live today. The two disciplines together have an important role in understanding how humans can deal with environmental change in the future.
Delivered jointly by the School of Geography and School of Earth and Environment, this degree combines the study of physical geography and the earth sciences. You’ll tackle diverse questions, from how the climate is likely to change in the future to the impact of building housing estates in river catchments. At the same time, you’ll study the origins of rocks and minerals, the evolution of life on earth, volcanism, geological mapping and the use of geological natural resources.
Extending this degree
You can convert your 3-year degree into a 4-year degree by spending an additional year on an industrial placement or overseas, before returning to Leeds to complete your final year of study. Read "Study abroad and work placements".
Real world learning
Fieldwork is an integral part of all our geography degrees - a wide range of field trips will equip you with fieldwork and teamwork skills, and you’ll have the option to focus on the topics that interest you by choosing a specialist pathway in Year 3. All compulsory fieldwork in Years 1 and 2 is funded by the School.
Accreditation
This course gives you the option to study modules that secure professional accreditation from The Geological Society of London.

Facilities

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Leeds (North Yorkshire)
Maurice Keyworth Building, The University Of Leeds, LS2 9JT

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About this course

Entry requirements
A-level: AAB including a science and preferably geography
If geography is not included, we would expect two science A-levels from biology, chemistry, geology, maths and physics. We do not accept general studies and critical thinking.
GCSE: English and Mathematics at grade B or above, or an equivalent English language and Mathematics qualification.
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Access to HE Diploma
BTEC
Cambridge Pre-U
International Baccalaureate
Irish Highers (Leaving Certificate)
Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers

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Subjects

  • Physical Geography
  • Climate
  • Project
  • School
  • Geology

Course programme

Each year of this programme is designed around a combination of compulsory core modules, as well as opportunities to take optional modules and/or discovery modules so you can choose additional subjects of interest. The balance of compulsory to core modules depends on the year and programme of study and is explained fully in the programme catalogue. If you study this programme part-time you’ll study fewer modules in each year.

If you opt to study abroad or to join our year in industry scheme you will do this at the end of Year 2, returning to your final year of study once completed.

In Year 3, you can choose to follow one of three "pathways" which allow you to focus on specific areas of geography and geology that suit your own interests and career plans. You’ll be able to sample a range of modules before deciding on which pathway to take. Advice on which pathway you should take will be provided by your tutor throughout years 1 and 2 of your studies.

Geography leaning pathway: you specialise in geography in Year 3 and carry out your independent research project in the subject, under the supervision of a geography tutor.

Geology leaning pathway (non-accredited): you take more specialized modules in geology and carry out an independent geological mapping project between years 2 and 3 under the supervision of a geology tutor.

Geology-leaning pathway (accredited): You’ll also be able to take a combination of modules from years 2 and 3 that secure professional accreditation by The Geological Society of London. This will grant you fast-track progression towards obtaining Chartered Geologist status, which is the key professional qualification for a career in some commercial spheres of employment.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Modules Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • Data analysis and physical geography tutorials 20 credits
  • Studying in a Digital Age (Environment) 5 credits
  • Geology 1 30 credits
  • Geology 2 30 credits
Optional modules
  • Dynamic Landscapes 20 credits
  • Living Planet 20 credits
  • Environmental Change: Past and Future 20 credits

Year 2

Compulsory modules

  • Sedimentary Processes 10 credits
  • Advanced Fieldwork, Mapwork, and Study Skills 20 credits
  • Palaeoecology, Palaeobiology and Evolution 10 credits
Optional modules
  • The dynamic environment of the European Alps 10 credits
  • The Dynamic Environment of Mallorca 10 credits
  • The dynamic environment of the Western Algarve 10 credits
  • Earth Surface Processes 20 credits
  • Ecosystems: process, pattern, and change 20 credits
  • Climate Systems 20 credits
  • Research project and skills in physical geography (geological mapping route) 10 credits
  • Research project and skills in physical geography (geography dissertation route) 10 credits
  • Chemistry of the Earth 10 credits
  • Introductory Oceanography 10 credits
  • Contaminated Land Studies: Integrating Business Skills and Science in Consultancy 10 credits
  • Mineralogy and Petrology 20 credits
  • Sedimentary Basins and Hydrocarbon Resources 10 credits Environmental Geology in Northern Ireland ...

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