On this BSc Geography degree, you’ll study the natural and physical science aspects of geography. You’ll gain a better understanding of climate change; both in the past and how it might influence our world in the future. You’ll learn how to read a landscape and the processes that help to shape it. You'll gain an appreciation of our changing world as viewed from space and discover how to use Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to interrogate and analyse spatial data.
Your year two overseas field course is an important milestone in developing your skills as a researcher, giving you the opportunity to study the landscape in more detail in locations such as southern Spain or Tenerife. The compulsory year two trip is included in course fees. Further optional overseas field courses allow you to hone these skills in the unique environments that alpine and tropical locations offer.
Your future employability is a key priority throughout your studies and all University of Southampton geography programmes are accredited by the Royal Geographical Society. Whatever you are interested in, from public policy to environmental consultancy, from teaching to financial services; most industries require the analytical and research skills that Southampton graduates will be proficient in.
Geography at Southampton is ranked 5th in the UK in The Guardian University Guide, 2022.
Subject to revalidation.
Course Details - Modules
Field work is an important element of your degree and you will have the option to participate in projects in each year of study.
You will also complete core modules (listed below) and choose additional optional modules each year.
Year One
Field work,
Non-residential one-week field course, exploring the vegetation and stream dynamics of the New Forest.
Core Modules
A global world,
Curiosity, Creativity and Communication,
Dangerous world,
Dynamic Landscapes,
Society, Culture and Space,
The Earth System.
Year Two
Field Work,
One-week overseas field trip (compulsory and covered by your fees) previous trips have been to Tenerife and Spain.
Core Modules
Concepts and Methods for Environmental Management,
Exploring Physical Environments (overseas field course),
Introductory GIS systems,
Remote sensing for Earth Observation.
Year Three
Field work,
Optional field trips further afield. Previous trips have been to Switzerland and Cambodia.
Core Modules
Geography Research Project.
The full list of modules is available on the website course page:
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/geography-degree-bsc#modules
Course Details – Assessment Method
The learning activities for this course include the following: lectures, classes and tutorials, coursework.
We’ll assess you using: developing websites, essays, individual and group projects, oral presentations and written and practical exams.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
F800
Institution code:
S27
Campus Name:
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
AAB if no preferred subjects* are included
ABB if one or more preferred subjects* are included
*Geography, Biology, Maths, Psychology, English Literature, Economics, History, Chemistry, Sociology, Environmental Science, Geology, Physics, Politics, Business, Art.
A Pass in science practical is required where relevant science A Levels are taken.
General Studies is excluded for entry.
Contextual Offer:
We are committed to ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a student’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Students who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme
Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows:
ABB if no preferred subjects
BBB if one or more preferred subjects* are included
*Geography, Biology, Maths, Psychology, English Literature, Economics, History, Chemistry, Sociology, Environmental Science, Geology, Physics, Politics, Business, Art.
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).
Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4"
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Plus one A Level at grade A
Typical Offer: 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 39 must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
plus two A Levels at grades AA
Plus one A Level at grade A
A Level students also taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will be made an alternative offer of one grade below the typical A Level offer.
Typical offer : D3 D3 M2
Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer , where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Typical offer : Pass with an overall minimum score of 34 points to include a minimum of 17 points at a higher level
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):
The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered.
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Plus English and Maths Ordinary Level O4 or higher.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
plus two A Levels at grades AA
AA from two A levels and Grade B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
GCSE :Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C).
English Language Proficiency For International Students : All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in the medium of English (other than those in modern foreign languages). Therefore , all applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English Language proficiency. For more information on approved and acceptable tests please refer to the main University website.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
with no component below 5.5
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
72%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
60%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
International
21580.0
Year 1
EU
9250.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Please note that the Fees shown are those charged for entry in September 2020. Fees for entry in September 2021 will be available at the end of August 2020. Please see our website for further details and updates : www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
Provider information
Highfield
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Southampton
SO17 1BJ
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