Geography postgraduate degrees in Scotland

7 universities offer 18 postgraduate courses. To get the best results for postgraduate geography degrees, enter your predicted grades.

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Heriot-Watt University

1 geography courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 70th
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WUSCA ranking: 33th
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What students say about geography

PROS - The university has been absolutely stellar at providing opportunities to those who put in that extra effort. - Support, particularly the maths gym provided by the uni for those needing extra math tuition is an incredible resource. - Lecturers are always quick to respond to questions and available for feedback out with timetabled classes. - The facilities available to electrical engineering students (the GRiD in particular) is very good. More advanced equipment is available to those who require it through research projects or other related endeavours. - The university shop and various cafes/canteens all have quality products and competitive prices. CONS - Some course have suffered when lecturers are delivering them for their first time. This is understandable however. - Issues with inaccurate or frequently fluctuating timetables can be frustrating at times.

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University of Aberdeen

2 geography courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 24th
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WUSCA ranking: 10th
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Great place to study due to its historical ties and the prestige of its education. However, it does leave a lot to be desired in other aspects of uni life, such as its students' union and its organisation.

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University of Glasgow

5 geography courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 17th
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WUSCA ranking: 42th
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A lot of the courses aren't really standardised. Some use Moodle a lot, some don't. Though that might also be the lecturers trying to customise it to their teaching style. Lecturers are a mixed bag. Some read directly from slides, others actually try and engage with the class. Depends on what subject.

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  • Conceptualising Human Geography 1: Space, Policy and Power
  • Conceptualising Human Geography 2: Geographical Engagements
  • Human Geography Dissertation Project
  • Qualitative Methods
  • Quantitative Data Analysis
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University of Strathclyde

2 geography courses SCOTLAND
WUSCA ranking: 7th
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The atmosphere at this university is great! The union is always lively, with pool and darts, hot food, music and lots of room for socialising. Even when in class it feels great, the lectures are always informative and the seminars mean that the tutors can really help and talk to the students. I like the fact that each semester the students can choose their own seminar times, creating a timetable that suits their schedule. The location of this university is one of my favourite things, such a close walk to the main shopping street and some great places for food. Also close to to GCU which is great as the students can mix and hang out together. Overall this university is a great place to apply and i am very happy with the decision i made!

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  • Education Studies; Professional Values
  • Professional Learning Through Enquiry
  • Professional Skills
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University of Dundee

1 geography courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 36th
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Tutors are lovely but the only thing that could be improved is the support for the English and the rest of the students who are not from Scotland. It's took me 3 years to get help for my dyslexia and that is because I have to pay for it.

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University of St Andrews

3 geography courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 4th
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Student safety and community feel is very strong. Lots of history surrounding the university and the town is beautiful. To improve I would have better transport for student to move between town and the nearest cities (like Edinburgh), better nightlife for the students and more accomodation.

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The University of Edinburgh

4 geography courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 7th
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I love the city in general. The University's libraries are good. with proper facilities that I can use, such as discussion rooms, computers, printers, even 3D printer! Some buildings look so old but in positive ways, make them look classic and cultured. However, in my own experience, some classrooms are a little bit aged. i mean, like some chairs are feel old, they are sometimes kind of wobbly, and some of them do not have enough leg room. Main library can be crowded when exam days come, but I think that is something that can not be avoided. i think it is good to add some space for classrooms or some like study hubs.

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Year 1
  • Palaeontology and Geobiology Dissertation (MRes) (PRGE11020)
  • Project Design and Literature Analysis (GESC11001)
  • Research Planning and Management in the GeoSciences (PRGE11014)
  • Topics in Palaeobiology and Evolution (EASC10100)
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