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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sheffield Main
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sheffield Main
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
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On this physical geography course you'll examine patterns and processes in the natural environment and learn how to tackle contemporary global issues such as environmental pollution and rising sea levels.Analyse patterns and processes in the natural environment and learn how to tackle contemporary global issues such as climate change, environmental pollution and rising sea levels on our physical geography course.You'll learn how to use geospatial techniques such as computer programming and satellite observations, and how to use Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to observe and monitor the Earth.Gain the specialist, practical and transferable skills you need for your future career. Typically our physical geography graduates progress to careers in research, sustainability, meteorology, environmental consultancy, GIS analysis, business, policy and government.Graduate careersYou'll develop the scientific skills to discover and understand the physical and environmental processes that shape our world, and to communicate this specialist knowledge to a broad range of audiences. This combination of scientific knowledge and practical skills helps graduates go into a career which suits their interests and expertise.Our graduates are employed across a range of sectors, including meteorology, hydrology, geotechnical engineering, environmental consultancy, GIS analysis, conservation and land management. Our physical geography degrees are also a strong foundation for careers in other sectors including tech and coding, consultancy and business, financial services, policy and government.
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AAAAB Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Access to HE Diploma:
D36M9P0 Grades / Points required
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
GCSE Maths grade 4/C Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
33 - 34 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2H2H2H2H2H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDD Grades / Points required
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£25,540 per year
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