Physical Geography : BSc Hons : F840

Lancaster University

Bachelor's degree

In Lancaster

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Lancaster

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Learn about processes operating within our natural environment and explore the physical world. Work in our outstanding practical facilities, alongside world-renowned lecturers.

Physical Geography considers the processes and patterns occurring within our natural environment, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere and geosphere. Our Physical Geography degree has a strong emphasis on practical work. You will discover how the environment has changed in the past, the controls on environmental processes in the present, and how we can predict changes in the future. You are able shape your degree by choosing from an extensive range of modules.

Lancaster proves to be an exceptional location for studying a degree in physical geography. Located between the rural settings of the north and the bustling cities of Liverpool and Manchester, enables us to explore some of the UK’s most unique areas of geographic interest. You will gain a wealth of hands-on experience with field trips to places such as the Yorkshire Dales, Cumbrian coast and Lake District, as well as international locations such as Iceland, the Mediterranean and Croatia.

While studying at Lancaster Environment Centre (LEC), you will have access to new teaching and research labs, computer systems and software and even our very own weather monitoring station. You will work in comfortable class sizes, giving you the opportunity to get to know your lecturers personally and benefit from their expert knowledge and helpful one-to-one advice.

First year modules equip you with a well-rounded introduction to some of the key themes of physical geography. In addition the Physical Geography modules, you will be given the opportunity to take two other subjects alongside your first year studies

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Lancaster (Lancashire)
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Lancaster University, LA1 4YW

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About this course

In the second year, you will learn a variety of physical geography skills and concepts. Modules include Spatial Analysis and Geographic Information Systems, and you will develop valuable research project skills in preparation for your final year of study. Optional choices include a field trip to Spain, where you will study environmental problems in Mediterranean environments, and modules that address individual topics in hydrology, soil science, and glaciology.

This four-year programme includes a second dissertation project and Master’s level modules. You will gain further experience of formulating, designing, researching, analysing and reporting of your own independent research project, enabling you to stand out from the crowd in the selection process for graduate posts.

Geography graduates can achieve success in a variety of exciting careers. Recent examples of career opportunities have included entering the professions of Planning Officer, Environmental Consultant, Geographical Information Systems Officer, Weather Forecaster, Emergency Planner, Technical Consultant with the Ordnance Survey, Intelligent Transport Systems Consultant, working within the energy sector, or Water Waste Management at Severn Trent Water. Alternatively, many of our graduates choose to continue their studies to postgraduate level.

Our goal is to empower all our graduates with the skills, confidence and experience they need to achieve a successful career. You will be offered a wide range of support, helping you realise your career ambitions and providing you with the skills to reach your full potential.

We offer a variety of extra-curricular activities and volunteering opportunities that enable you to explore your interests and enhance your CV. Our weekly careers bulletin and careers blogs are written by student volunteers, and inform you of all careers events. The Green Lancaster programme run by the Students Union offers placements with external organisations, allowing students to gain volunteering experience at weekends by working in the local community, taking part in a wide range of activities and developing their practical skills.

A Level AAB

Required Subjects A level grade B in Geography. We may as an alternative to Geography accept a cognate subject from; Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics.

GCSE Mathematics grade C or 4, English Language grade C or 4

IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Physical Geography
  • Conservation
  • Systems
  • Geographical Skills
  • Aquatic Ecology
  • Ecology
  • Weather & Climate
  • Biodiversity
  • Biogeochemical

Course programme

Many of Lancaster's degree programmes are flexible, offering students the opportunity to cover a wide selection of subject areas to complement their main specialism. You will be able to study a range of modules, some examples of which are listed below.

Year 1

Core

    • Environmental Processes and Systems
    • Geographical Skills in a Changing World

Optional

    • Aquatic Ecology
    • Atmosphere, Weather & Climate
    • Biodiversity and Conservation
    • Biogeochemical Cycles
    • Evolutionary Biology
    • Geology
    • Global Change Biology
    • Hydrology: Water in the Environment
    • Introduction to Environmental Chemistry
    • Natural Hazards
    • Numerical Skills I
    • Numerical Skills II
    • The Earth's Interior
    • Zoology
Year 2

Core

    • Physical Geographical Pioneers and Concepts
    • Research Project Skills
    • Spatial Analysis and Geographic Information Systems

Optional

    • Atmospheric Science
    • Catchment Hydrology
    • Communicating Geography
    • Energy, Economy and Environment
    • Evolution
    • Geoscience in Practice
    • Glacial and Fluvial Landscape Processes
    • Interacting Landscapes: Biogeography and Geomorphology
    • Introduction to Eco-Innovation
    • Investigating Mediterranean Environments
    • Populations to Ecosystems
    • Principles of Biodiversity Conservation
    • Soil Science
Year 3

Core

    • Dissertation
    • Dissertation with External Partner

Optional

    • Climate and Society
    • Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing
    • Geographical Information Systems: Principles and Practice
    • Geological Hazards
    • Glacial Systems
    • Glacier- landscape interactions
    • Global Change and the Earth System
    • Global Change Biology: Challenges and Solutions
    • Hydrological Processes Field Course (Slapton)
    • Introduction to Geophysical Techniques
    • Issues in Conservation Biology
    • Lakes, Rivers and Estuaries
    • Quaternary Environmental Change
    • Sustainable Agriculture
    • The Causes and Consequences of Environmental Radioactivity
    • The Dynamic Earth
    • Volcanic Processes Field Course
    • Water Resources Management
    • Water, Society and the Istrian Landscape

Lancaster University offers a range of programmes, some of which follow a structured study programme, and others which offer the chance for you to devise a more flexible programme. We divide academic study into two sections - Part 1 (Year 1) and Part 2 (Year 2, 3 and sometimes 4). For most programmes Part 1 requires you to study 120 credits spread over at least three modules which, depending upon your programme, will be drawn from one, two or three different academic subjects. A higher degree of specialisation then develops in subsequent years.

Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.

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