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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
If you:* have a keen interest in cultures and societies* are curious about the relationship between politics and the environmentThen geography may be for you.
What is geography?Understanding geography is very important in this day and age.Geography is the study of the way the world works.You can explore the physical processes of our planet, such as:* volcanoes * flooding * climate changeYou can also address human issues such as:* sustainability * health * social justiceYou can study geography in two ways:* as a natural science through physical geography * as a social science or humanities subject, through human geography
What will I learn?Our Master of Arts (MA) Geography gives you the opportunity to specialise in human geography. It is key to understanding and resolving many of society's biggest problems.Human geographers study many different aspects of the modern world, including:* public health * deprivation* urban justice * indigenous struggles * land rights * migration * mobility * climate emergencyWe will learn about the relationships between people and their social, cultural, political, and economic worlds.You will also study aspects of physical geography. We believe it is important to understand the ways we live in the world, as well as our impact upon it.This degree is flexible. You will be able to build your degree around topics you are interested in.
An extraordinary reputationWe are one of the largest and most successful groupings of geographers, Earth and environmental scientists in the UK. Many of us are world experts in our field.Our staff will include the latest research in your teaching, and share our discoveries with you.* We are 22nd in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2024. * We are ranked 19th in the world and 7th in the UK for geography in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023. * Enjoy access to a world of experience with our research and industry networks. * Get advice and guidance with our dedicated careers service.
Exam type
A levelA level:
ABB - A*AA Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AAAA Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
38 - 32 Grades / Points required
A*AA - ABB in one set of exams. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A Level subjects required. Applicants with Geography are preferred. GCSEs: Mathematics at C or 4 and English at C or 4.
AAAA (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: no specific Higher subjects required. Applicants with Geography are preferred. National 5s: Mathematics, Applications of Mathematics, or Lifeskills Mathematics at C and English at C.
38 points with 766 at HL - 32 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. Applicants with Geography are preferred. SL: English at 5 and Mathematics: Analysis and approaches, Mathematics: Applications and interpretation, or Mathematical Studies at 5 (if not at HL).
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Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£36,800 per year
Students from EU
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£36,800 per year
Students from International
£36800 Per year
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