Human Geography & Planning

Leeds Beckett University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years GeographyArchitecture and planningBuilding and construction

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

Study a combination of social, economic and cultural geography with urban and local planning. You'll learn how sustainable development can work.

Accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), this course allows you to study a range of contemporary themes within human geography, including:

  • Globalisation

  • Sustainability

  • Identity

  • The diversity of human living

    As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Learn about the role that planning plays in helping to shape our cities and towns and make them better places for us to live

  • Engage with live projects through a wide range of field trips, from half-day site visits in Leeds to week-long field trips further afield, giving you the opportunity to apply your classroom learning in the real world

  • Be entitled to free student membership of the RTPI

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    Professional links Many of our academics are active in or have previous experience of working in planning practice, and guest lecturers provide further professional links. This also leads to opportunities for hands-on experience via participation in real-world projects and consultations.

    Study abroad You’ll have the chance to study abroad for one semester - usually 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

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    Why study Human Geography and Planning at Leeds Beckett University...

  • 100% of students on BA (Hons) Human Geography & Planning were positive about the availability of specialist facilities*

  • Fantastic placement opportunities

  • A number of UK based field trips fully paid for by the school

  • Industry experienced expert teaching team

    National Student Survey 2024*

    • 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
    2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
    3543 Project support officers
    2121 Civil engineers
    1251 Property, housing and estate managers

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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, Architecture and planning, Building and construction

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    Leeds Beckett University

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