Geography with Professional Placement BSc (Hons)
University of Exeter
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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

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University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

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SEP-25

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

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Streatham Campus

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

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Streatham Campus

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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OverviewLearn from leaders in their fields about critical global issues and challenges affecting environments and societies around the worldTailor your degree to your developing interests, with optional modules in climate, hydrology and catchment processes, biogeography, marine and coastal environments, fire ecology, and the cryosphere - with study of risks, sustainability, and management in these specialist areasDevelop sought-after skills such as statistical analysis, learning to code for ...Read more

Overview
Learn from leaders in their fields about critical global issues and challenges affecting environments and societies around the world
Tailor your degree to your developing interests, with optional modules in climate, hydrology and catchment processes, biogeography, marine and coastal environments, fire ecology, and the cryosphere - with study of risks, sustainability, and management in these specialist areas
Develop sought-after skills such as statistical analysis, learning to code for data analysis, geospatial investigation, image analysis and data collection in the field
Option to transfer to BSc Geography with Applied GIS from your second year, graduating with a specialism in GIS
Well-equipped experimental laboratories include the latest Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software supported by dedicated staff, and a £3.7 million sediment research centre
Join a friendly and active student community: the Geography Society (GeogSoc) is one of the universitys largest and hosts regular socials, sports teams, weekend trips and the famous GeogSoc ball.
Career paths
The breadth of career opportunities open to Geography graduates is vast, with recent graduates starting careers in planning, environmental and sustainability projects, water analysis, insurance, teaching and more – both in the UK and overseas.
Whatever you choose to do after graduation, your Geography degree will stand you in good stead, with excellent employment prospects and transferable skills.

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WUSCA ranking:
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58/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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11th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
14th
What students say
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Megan
17 Feb 25

It's a good place to study as it has a nice campus with lots of trees which looks nice in term 3. It could be improved by not having some assignments be due on the exact same day...Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
17 Feb 25

The campus is beautiful and everything is within walking distance in the city. There are plenty of study areas around campus and lecturers are really engaging and approachable...Read more

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

AAA - A*AA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAAAB - AAAAA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

36 - 38 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD - D*DD Grades / Points required

Grade A in a Science subject. General Studies is not accepted.

To include a grade A in a Science subject.

30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade. To include 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in a relevant Science subject

Grade 6 at Higher level in a Science Subject

Applicants studying a BTEC Extended Diploma will also require GCE A-level grade A in a science subject

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£30,900 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£30,900 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£30900 Per year

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Latest reviews

Latest Geography reviews

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M
Megan
17 Feb 25
Geography BSc (Hons)
It's a good place to study as it has a nice campus with lots of trees which looks nice in term 3. It could be improved by not having some assignments be due on the exact same day....
Read more
SR
Student Reviewer
17 Feb 25
Geography BSc (Hons)
The campus is beautiful and everything is within walking distance in the city. There are plenty of study areas around campus and lecturers are really engaging and approachable....
Read more
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University of Exeter
Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: St James' Park   0.4 miles away

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