Geography (with Foundation Year option) (Hons)

Overview

Why study BSc (Hons) Geography at BU?

• Taught by an expert-led team of lecturers, academics and guest speakers covering units such as Marine Geography, Earth & Society, Climate & Environmental Change
• Fieldwork is carried out in a variety of stimulating environments, including the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, the Isle of Wight and the New Forest 
• Opportunities for you to learn through fieldwork by joining staff-led research projects overseas
• An opportunity to complete field experience abroad. Past themes have included conservation practice in China, and preparation for climate change in farming communities in Nepal
• As the course covers both human and physical geography, you can tailor the course to your interests by choosing appropriate units from year two
• You'll be career-ready, with 85% of graduates from our geography, earth and environmental studies courses in employment or further study after 15 months.

Foundation year: We have a foundation year option for UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the scientific skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Careers

This Geography (with Foundation Year option) (Hons) course from Bournemouth University very much focuses on the practical elements of geography, preparing you for work in a diverse range of jobs and in varied industries when you graduate. As a university, we have a strong graduate employment record and on this degree programme you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through work placements, as well as what you learn in your lectures.

Our staff have a wealth of research, educational and consultancy experience and will prepare you for the world of work once you graduate.

Accreditation

The Royal Geographical Society