Geography (Hons) University of East Anglia

Overview

The Geography (Hons) course at the University of East Anglia  covers both physical and human geography, focusing on the interactions between the natural environment and human society. At UEA, you’ll learn specialist theory in areas such as earth surface processes, meteorology, hydrology, population ecology and environmental economics. You’ll learn from world-leading researchers, and develop your skills across a range of specialisms – from geographical information systems to environmental policymaking, biogeography, international development, climate change, energy transitions and natural hazards. You’ll also take part in exciting national and international fieldwork trips to places such as Devon, Scotland, the Lake District and Spain.  

With lots of flexibility in module choice, you’ll learn key geographical concepts and explore today’s global environmental challenges, studying how our dynamic planet works. You’ll take part in group projects, developing specialist analysis skills, and mastering geographical software. You’ll develop highly valued transferable skills, including critical thinking, data analysis, fieldwork, spatial visualisation, science communication, and social theories of change.  

Careers

Examples of careers that you could enter include: 

• Sustainability officer 
• Environmental consultant 
• Waste and recycling manager 
• GIS technician 
• Cartographer 
• Transport planner