Geography with a Language (Hons) Queen's University Belfast

Overview

This Geography with a Language (Hons) BSc programme from the Queen's University Belfast embraces the study of human societies and their environment, and is one of the few subjects in which human and physical aspects of the environment are integrated.

We cultivate a high-quality learning environment that embeds intellectual curiosity, innovation and best practice in learning, teaching and student support to enable students to achieve their full academic potential.

Within Geography we do this by providing learning experiences which enable our students to engage with subject experts, while developing attributes and perspectives that enhance their development as independent, lifelong learners.

Key facts

• Studying for a Geography with a Language degree programme at Queen's University Belfast develops core skills and employment-related experiences that are valued by employers, professional organisations and academic institutions.

• Some graduates pursue careers in geography-related areas such as urban and rural planning, environmental conservation and management, careers in GIS and teaching. A significant number develop careers in a wide range of other sectors, e.g. management, marketing, NGOs, financial services, the civil service (especially land and property, environment, and development agencies), computing (especially using geographic data), and various graduate programmes.

• We regularly consult and develop links with a large number of employers including the NI Environment Agency, Ordnance Survey, the National Trust, Land and Property Services, and the Geological Survey of Northern Ireland (GSNI), who provide advice on our programmes and in-depth careers sessions on their work.

• We offer a designated ‘Geography and Employability’ module that is run in collaboration with QUB’s Careers, Employability and Skills directorate. This includes employer workshops, job application skills development, and one-to-one meetings with tutors and careers professionals.