Geography
The University of Edinburgh
UCAS Code: F800 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
UCAS Code: F800 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
AAA - ABB in one set of exams. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: two of Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Electronics, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, or Physics at B. GCSEs: Mathematics at B or 6 and English at C or 4.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 points with 655 at HL - 32 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: two of Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) or Physics at 5. SL: English at 5 and Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5 (if not at HL).
Scottish Higher
ABBB by end of S5 or AAAB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: two of Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematics/Applications of Mathematics, or Physics at B. National 5s: Mathematics at B and English at C.
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About this course
If you:
* love the environment
* are eager to understand how our planet works
* have a keen interest in cultures and societies
* are concerned about the impact of climate change
Then geography may be for you.
**What is geography?**
Understanding geography is very important in this day and age.
Geography is the study of the way the world works. The subject covers the natural and social sciences which helps you understand and tackle important environmental and societal issues.
You can explore the physical processes of our planet, such as:
* volcanoes
* flooding
* climate change
You can also explore human issues such as:
* sustainability
* health
* social justice
You can study geography in two ways:
* as a natural science through physical geography
* as a social science or humanities subject, through human geography
**What will I learn?**
The Bachelor of Science (BSc) Geography is an environmental geography degree. It specialises in physical geography. Using natural science, you will learn about the Earth's surface processes and their complex interactions.
You will also study some human geography. We believe it is important to understand the ways we live in the world, as well as our impact on it.
We will study the changes happening to our planet caused by both natural processes and people's actions around the world.
Discover and study the forces that shape our ever-changing world, including:
* volcanoes
* glaciers and ice sheets
* environmental degradation
* natural hazards such as flooding
* landscape geomorphology
* climate change
Our degree teaches you important quantitative skills like:
* computer modelling
* mapping
* data presentation
* using Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
* coding and programming languages
Demand is growing for these data skills across a range of employment sectors.
This degree is also flexible. You will be able to build your degree around topics you are interested in.
**An extraordinary reputation**
We are one of the largest and most successful groupings of geographers, Earth and environmental scientists in the UK. Many of us are world experts in our field.
Our staff will incorporate the latest research in your teaching, and share our discoveries with you.
* We are 22nd in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
* We are ranked 19th in the world and 7th in the UK for geography in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.
* Enjoy access to a world of experience with our research and industry networks.
* Get advice and guidance with our dedicated careers service.
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School of GeoSciences
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