MSc by Research Human Geography
University of Exeter
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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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OverviewHuman GeographyIn human geography our research is established around the following five groups:•Cultural and Historical Geographies•Space, Politics and Society•Life Geographies•Environment and Sustainability•Energy PolicyPhysical GeographyIn physical geography our research is focused around the following two groups who work on past, present and future environmental change:•Cryosphere, Coastal and River Dynamics (CCoRD)Landscape and Ecosystem Dynamics ...Read more

Overview

Human Geography

In human geography our research is established around the following five groups:

  • Cultural and Historical Geographies
  • Space, Politics and Society
  • Life Geographies
  • Environment and Sustainability
  • Energy Policy
  • Physical Geography

    In physical geography our research is focused around the following two groups who work on past, present and future environmental change:

  • Cryosphere, Coastal and River Dynamics (CCoRD)
  • Landscape and Ecosystem Dynamics
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    WUSCA ranking:
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    58/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
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    13th
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    14th
    What students say
    SR
    Student Reviewer
    04 Apr 14

    The university experience is great, I'm part of lots of societies and have been given loads of opportunities to volunteer and get involved. Everyone is uber friendly and helpful,..Read more

    SR
    Student Reviewer
    04 Apr 14

    In terms of what I enjoy about Falmouth, I find it to be a very quirky place where you can have a lot of fun. However, I do not enjoy so much how small Falmouth is and how it can..Read more

    Entry requirements

    Normally students will have a good undergraduate Honours degree (UK Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent) and in some cases, a Masters degree.

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    £4,900 per year

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    Students from Domestic

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    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £4, 900 full-time.

    £22,600 per year

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    Students from EU

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    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

    £22,600 per year

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    Students from International

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    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

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    04 Apr 14
    The university experience is great, I'm part of lots of societies and have been given loads of opportunities to volunteer and get involved. Everyone is uber friendly and helpful,...
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    SR
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    04 Apr 14
    In terms of what I enjoy about Falmouth, I find it to be a very quirky place where you can have a lot of fun. However, I do not enjoy so much how small Falmouth is and how it can...
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    University of Exeter
    Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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