Overview

Environmental geography focuses on the physical environment and its effect on humans.

Understanding the integration of physical and environmental geography has never been more important than it is today to address the environmental challenges facing the world.

This Environmental Geography (Hons) programme from the University of York covers aspects of physical geography such as sea level change, glacial and coastal environments and environmental hazards. It also covers other areas of environmental geography such as biogeography, Geographical Information Systems and sustainability.

Careers and skills

Your degree in environmental geography will help you become a numerate graduate with practical, applied skills. You'll also learn to communicate clearly in written reports and during oral presentations. Find out more about careers and employability.

Career opportunities

Environmental conservationist

Graduate policy analyst

Flood risk officer

Graduate environmental consultant

Environmental engineer

Oil and gas analyst

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Data Analysis for Environmental Research

Dynamic Earth

Ecological Principles for the Environment

Environment, Development and Society

Environment Field Project for Environmental Geography and Environmental Science

Environmental Geography Research

Physical Geography

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

87

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Environmental Sciences View 509 other Bachelors in Geography in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

87

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels

AAB including Geography or Geology plus a second science (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences)

Access to Higher Education Diploma

36 credits at Distinction and 9 credits at Merit or higher

BTEC National Extended Diploma

DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus A level Geography or Geology. If you are studying for the BTEC National Extended Diploma or a different combination of A levels and BTEC qualifications please contact us at ug-admissions@york.ac.uk for advice.

International Baccalaureate

35 points including Geography or Geology plus a second science (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences) at Higher level.

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Tuition Fee

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International

26800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26800 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 48 months.

Living costs for York

646 - 1124 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers and skills

Career opportunities

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for York

Funding

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Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

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