Geography (Physical)
University of Reading
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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OCT-26

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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3 Years

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Examine the processes and patterns that shape the natural world around us with our BSc Geography (Physical) degree.This three-year course will deepen your understanding of how our physical environment works, responds, and adapts to change. It also offers you the chance to help address issues critical to our shared global future, including: climate change natural disasters weather systems.Youll explore our physical worlds diverse landscapes and environments through the study of: hydrology ...Read more

Examine the processes and patterns that shape the natural world around us with our BSc Geography (Physical) degree.This three-year course will deepen your understanding of how our physical environment works, responds, and adapts to change. It also offers you the chance to help address issues critical to our shared global future, including: climate change natural disasters weather systems.You'll explore our physical world's diverse landscapes and environments through the study of: hydrology climatology hazards soils biogeography.

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CUG Subject Ranking
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27th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
36th
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SR
Student Reviewer
27 Dec 25

The student union is great, but I feel like the support is lackluster as it sells a dream instead of a reality...Read more

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Ethan
18 Dec 25

Wonderful green campus. Lots of events out on for students. Easy to get to. Staff are very friendly and supportive...Read more

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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Students from England

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Students from Wales

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£9,790 per year

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£30,650 per year

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Latest Physical Geography reviews

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SR
Student Reviewer
27 Dec 25
Geography (Human and Physical)
The student union is great, but I feel like the support is lackluster as it sells a dream instead of a reality....
Read more
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Ethan
18 Dec 25
Geography (Human and Physical)
Wonderful green campus. Lots of events out on for students. Easy to get to. Staff are very friendly and supportive....
Read more
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University of Reading
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For over 100 years, the University of Reading has been driving positive social change and transforming lives....

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Whiteknights Pepper Lane Reading Wokingham RG6 6UR United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Basingstoke  0.3 miles away

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