Human Geography

Leeds Beckett University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Geography

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

Explore what is happening in the world around us - sustainability, injustice, poverty and diversity - and be prepared to challenge your existing views.

Explore the rapidly changing world around you on this contemporary and dynamic course. You’ll study important topics such as migration, identity, sustainability, social injustice, cities and globalisation.

As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Undertake local and international fieldwork

  • Go on a human geography related work placement

  • Conduct a major piece of research for your dissertation

  • Challenge your existing views and gain sought-after skills and new ways of thinking

  • Get involved in live research projects and community consultations

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    Expert practitioners Our specialist teaching team includes research-active academics and professionals whose expertise will help shape your learning.

    You’ll have the chance to study abroad usually for one semester in your second year and you can choose from a wide selection of universities. Popular choices include Macquaire University in Sydney, Australia and the University of San Diego in America.

    External visits Field trips will allow you to gain an understanding of how, for example, regeneration projects work on the ground, or as locations for conducting fieldwork to develop competence in practical research skills, etc.

    Projects involve carrying out specific tasks often involving field investigation, analysis, conclusions and recommendations.

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    Why study Human Geography at Leeds Beckett University...

  • 100% of BA (Hons) Human Geography graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*

  • Field trips that will help you gain an understanding of real-world issues and develop competence in practical research

  • A work placement module that will hone your personal, professional and employability skills

  • A personal tutorial programme to look after your academic and pastoral needs

  • A collaborative approach to learning

    Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22*

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3544 Data analysts
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    3543 Project support officers
    2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
    2455 Construction project managers and related professionals
    2439 Business, research and administrative professionals

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Leeds
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Geography

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    Leeds Beckett University

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