Explore the rapidly changing world around you on this contemporary and dynamic course. You’ll study important topics such as migration, identity, sustainability, social injustice, cities and globalisation.

As part of this course, you’ll:

Undertake local and international fieldwork

Go on a human geography related work placement

Conduct a major piece of research for your dissertation

Challenge your existing views and gain sought-after skills and new ways of thinking

Get involved in live research projects and community consultations

Expert practitioners
Our specialist teaching team includes research-active academics and professionals whose expertise will help shape your learning.

You’ll have the chance to study abroad usually for one semester in your second year and you can choose from a wide selection of universities. Popular choices include Macquaire University in Sydney, Australia and the University of San Diego in America.

Why study Human Geography at Leeds Beckett University...

100% of BA (Hons) Human Geography graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*

Field trips that will help you gain an understanding of real-world issues and develop competence in practical research

A work placement module that will hone your personal, professional and employability skills

A personal tutorial programme to look after your academic and pastoral needs

A collaborative approach to learning

Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Career Prospects

The skills and knowledge you will acquire during your course, including highly marketable research and analysis skills and other transferable communication, presentation, teamworking and self-management skills, as well as those specifically related to human geography, will equip you for a career in a wide range of fields. These include the environmental sector, research consultancy, management, property development, housing, finance, international development and many others. Like many of our graduates, you could also go on to postgraduate study or train to be a teacher.