In the first year of Physical Geography, we introduce the range of our research specialisms and research methods, including residential fieldwork overseas (e.g. Portugal). Elective modules in the second and third years progressively lead to material at the cutting edge of research and include optional overseas fieldwork. The majority of modules in the second and third year focus on physical geography and environmental topics. In the second and third year, you may take integrated modules (with a mixture of human and physical geography) and one module from the Geography BA (Hons) list (subject to timetable compatibility). Year 1 Compulsory modules: Physical Geography Introduction to Geographical Research (BSc) – double module including overseas residential fieldwork Human Geography. Examples of optional modules (choice of two): Understanding Earth’s Principles Planet under Pressure Geographies of Crisis Level One Module(s) offered by another department, subject to approval. Year 2 You will develop further practical and scientific research skills. These include integrated modules that span the human/physical geography interface. Compulsory modules: Scientific Research in Geography Handling Geographic Information. Examples of optional modules: Choose three modules (the modules may vary from year to year): Climate Change: Geographical Perspectives Contested Environments Catchment and Fluvial Systems Carbon and Biogeochemical Cycles Glaciers and Glaciation Reconstructing Environmental Change Mountain Landscapes One Level Two module from the BA list or from another department (with permission and subject to timetable). Year 3 You will undertake your own Research Project (Dissertation), supervised by a member of staff. You will also choose from modules that involve material at the cutting-edge of contemporary research. Compulsory module (40 credits): Dissertation (individual Research Project based on an approved physical geography topic) – double module. Examples of optional modules, varying from year to year (80 credits from the following): 20 credits: The Arctic (Norway field trip) Alpine Landscapes and Processes (Switzerland field trip) Iceland: Field Research in Glacial Environments (Iceland field trip) Mountain Hazards (Nepal field trip) Natural Hazards, Risk and Resilience Oceans Past and Present Remote Sensing River Dynamics Sea Level Change and Coastal Evolution. 10 credits: Antarctic Environments Catchment Modelling for Management Landslides Peatland Geomorphology and Management Past Climates of the Low Latitudes Ice Age Environments Glacial Sedimentary Environments Earth Surface Processes and Landscape Evolution. Up to 20 credits from the Level 3 BA list (with permission and subject to timetable). Study Abroad You will have the opportunity to study abroad for a year between the second and third years. We have a growing list of exchange programmes. This can be a rewarding experience and highly valued by employers. Places are allocated on a competitive basis. Past students have studied at the following universities: National University of Singapore University of British Columbia Queen's University, Canada University of Otago, New Zealand. University of Hong Kong University of Melbourne. You also have the opportunity to do a placement year with an organisation outside of the University between your second and third year. This additional year extends your degree making it four years in total. Students who are interested in doing a placement year should get in touch with the Department placement year convenor and the Faculty Placement Officer who will help guide them through the process. You don’t need to commit to a placement year prior to starting at Durham, you will make that decision during your second year. The Department, Faculty Placement Officer and Careers and Enterprise Centre support students before, during and after their placement year and students retain their student status for the year on placement.

Year 1 Compulsory modules: Physical Geography Introduction to Climate Change Introduction to Geographical Research (BSc) – double module including overseas residential fieldwork Human Geography. Examples of optional modules: Choose two optional modules from: Understanding Earth’s Principles Planet under Pressure Geographies of Crisis Level One Module(s) offered by another department, subject to approval. Year 2 In the second year, you will develop further practical and scientific research skills and, through your choice of modules, may start to specialise in a number of themes or may choose a broader approach. These include our integrated modules that span the human/physical geography interface. Compulsory modules: Scientific Research in Geography Handling Geographic Information. Examples of optional modules: Choose three modules (the modules may vary from year to year but typical options include): Climate Change: Geographical Perspectives Contested Environments Catchment and Fluvial Systems Carbon and Biogeochemical Cycles Glaciers and Glaciation Reconstructing Environmental Change Mountain Landscapes One Level Two module from the BA list or from another department (with permission and subject to timetable compatibility). Year 3 In the third year, you will undertake your own Research Project (the Dissertation), supervised by a member of staff. You will also choose from a selection of modules that involve material at the cutting-edge of contemporary research. Compulsory module (40 credits): Dissertation (individual Research Project based on an approved physical geography topic) – double module. Examples of optional modules (80 credits from the following): (the modules may vary from year to year but typical options include): 20 credits: The Arctic (Norway field trip) Alpine Landscapes and Processes (Switzerland field trip) Iceland: Field Research in Glacial Environments (Iceland field trip) Mountain Hazards (Nepal field trip) Natural Hazards, Risk and Resilience Oceans Past and Present Remote Sensing River Dynamics Sea Level Change and Coastal Evolution. 10 credits: Antarctic Environments Catchment Modelling for Management Landslides Peatland Geomorphology and Management Past Climates of the Low Latitudes Ice Age Environments Glacial Sedimentary Environments Earth Surface Processes and Landscape Evolution. Up to 20 credits from the Level 3 BA list (with permission and subject to timetable compatibility). Please note that the list of optional modules available in any year will vary depending on available teaching staff. The lists above provide an example of the type of modules which may be offered.

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Student satisfaction : 87%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 75%

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