| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The University of Brighton's Geography BA(Hons) degree combines human and environmental geography, emphasizing environmental politics, climate change, and social change. It equips students with critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills for careers in environmental management, research, and policy-making. The program features field trips, placement opportunities, and a strong focus on research, preparing graduates for success in addressing complex environmental and social challenges.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The University of Brighton's Geography BA(Hons) degree combines human geography and environmental geography with a focus on environmental politics, climate change, and transformative social change. The program emphasizes critical interdisciplinary thinking and provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand and address complex environmental and social challenges.
Objectives:
- Equip students with a comprehensive understanding of human and environmental geography.
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Foster a commitment to environmental sustainability and social justice.
- Prepare students for careers in environmental management, research, and policy-making.
Description:
The program offers a balance of theoretical and practical learning experiences, including lectures, seminars, field trips, and independent research projects. Students can choose to specialize in specific areas such as climate change adaptation, environmental policy, or social movements.
Unique Features:
- Accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).
- Opportunity for a placement year with leading organizations.
- Visiting lecturers from industry and government.
- Strong focus on research and active participation in research projects.
- Field trips to diverse locations such as Pembrokeshire and Morocco.
- Development of transferable skills in presentation, teamwork, and communication.
Outline:
Structure:
The program is divided into three years, with the option of a placement year between the second and third year. Students can choose to study full-time or part-time.
Year 1:
- Introduction to key themes in human, physical, and environmental geography.
- Development of core skills in data analysis, research methods, and field research.
Year 2:
- Option to specialize in specific areas of human or environmental geography.
- Deeper exploration of chosen areas through lectures, seminars, and independent research.
- Continuation of field trips to different locations.
Year 3 (Placement Year):
- Optional placement year with organizations such as the Environment Agency, Southern Water, or environmental consultancies.
- Gain valuable work experience and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.
Final Year:
- Independent research project under the supervision of an expert academic.
- Option to choose a research topic related to your area of specialization.
- Development of advanced research and writing skills.
Modules:
- Exploring Environments: An Introduction to Geographical and Environmental Fieldwork
- Statistical and Spatial Data Analysis
- Fundamentals of Physical Geography
- Global Challenges: Climate Change and Environmental Degradation
- Human Geography
- Professional Practice for Global Challenges
- Geography and Environmental International Field Work
- Research Design and Advanced Data Analysis
- Option modules (various)
- Dissertation
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Essays
- Presentations
- Fieldwork reports
- Research projects
- Examinations
Assessment Criteria:
- Knowledge and understanding of key concepts
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Research methods and data analysis skills
- Communication and presentation skills
- Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Field trips
- Research projects
- Independent study
Faculty:
- Experienced and qualified academics with expertise in human and environmental geography.
- Active researchers engaged in cutting-edge research projects.
Unique Approaches:
- Use of innovative teaching methods such as problem-based learning and simulations.
- Strong emphasis on interactive learning and student participation.
- Opportunities for students to engage in research projects alongside faculty members.
Careers:
Career Paths:
- Environmental consultant
- Sustainability manager
- Policy analyst
- Research scientist
- Planner
- Development officer
- Teacher
- Journalist
- Many others
Career Opportunities:
- Environmental organizations
- Government agencies
- Private sector companies
- Non-profit organizations
- Research institutions
- Educational institutions
Graduate Destinations:
- Graduates have secured positions in organizations such as the Environment Agency, Southern Water, Low Carbon Europe, and GIS consultancies.
- They are working in roles such as GIS officer, environmental consultant, energy consultant, sustainability manager, performance analyst, archaeologist, heritage manager, and planning and development surveyor.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).
- Students have the opportunity to participate in a placement year with leading organizations.
- The program features a strong focus on research and active participation in research projects.
- Field trips provide students with valuable hands-on experience in diverse geographical environments.
- The program develops transferable skills in presentation, teamwork, and communication.
UK (full-time) 9,250 GBP International (full-time) 15,900 GBP If you choose to take the professional placement (sandwich) year offered on this course you will pay a reduced fee during this year. This fee may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.
