Geography

Edge Hill University

In this course you discover the processes and changes in the Earth’s physical environment and understand the role humans play on our planet. You’ll travel for fieldwork, use industry-standard software and explore pressing environmental issues on our Geography BSc course. Examine geography from the perspective of the Earth’s physical environments, landscapes and environmental processes on our Geography BSc course. We’re 1st in the UK overall (Uni Compare 2026 – Geography) – we’ll equip you to use your geographical knowledge to better understand the environmental and societal challenges we’re all facing. Fieldwork opportunities will broaden your horizons and inspire your research. You’ll use the latest industry technology to gain experience in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing. You can also tailor your degree to your interests, with the opportunity to select subject-specific and complementary modules. We run tailored careers and employability activities to help you plan for life after completing your Geography BSc. After three years, you’ll have developed subject-specific and transferable skills useful in both the public and private sector. You might consider working in environmental management, remote sensing or environmental education. We also have a Geography BA course available for students interested in Human Geography. You will have options to study modules from the BA course on the BSc degree. An accredited degree This programme has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers). Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in geographical knowledge and skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of the world beyond higher education. The accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from accredited programmes meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including subject knowledge, technical ability and transferable skills.

Geography