BA (Hons) Geography and History
- Country United Kingdom
- Course Duration 36 month
- Course Type Full Time
- Courses Campus On Campus
- Language Specification IELTS
- Program Level Undergraduate
- Education Required Grade 12 /Equivalent to 12th
- Admission intake SEP
- Minimum GPA 70
Application Charges
| Application Fee | Tution Fee |
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| Free | GBP 16,800 |
Application Date
| Application Start Date | Application Closing Date |
|---|---|
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2023-03-03
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2023-08-20
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Program Description
Studying a combined honours in Geography and History enables you to reflect on events that have shaped society whilst considering the future impact of humans on our planet. Geography is uniquely positioned between the physical and social sciences enabling geographers to provide broad-ranging perspectives on a range of key societal challenges. The flexibility of our programme enables you to explore the full breadth and depth of this dynamic discipline.The Geography component of this programme enables you to explore the spatial interactions between human behaviours and society and the inter-relationships between the environment and political, economic and social forces. Our focus on climate change, global responsibility, sustainability, and the application of professional geographical skills to real-world situations will prepare you for a wide range of careers and for life as a responsible global citizen. You'll undertake a range of Geography modules which encourage you to consider themes such as space and society and practical human geography whilst having the flexibility to tailor your studies through our optional modules.Within the History element of the programme you will immerse yourself into the study of the past and explore the social, economic, political, and cultural forces that have shaped global history. You will develop your knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills by studying a range of topics and will benefit from the opportunity to specialise in areas that align to your personal interests and career aspirations. This will enable you to trace the course of change in key areas of human history and appreciate the impact of events, forces, and processes on individual societies and the world as a whole. You'll cover a wide range of History modules covering themes which may include the defining moments in world history, sources and debates. You will learn how to research diverse topics effectively, how to critically interrogate evidence and reflect on pivotal moments in history. You will work both independently and as part of a team to broaden your knowledge and develop transferable skills that will allow you to interpret information from various sources critically and effectively.
FIELDWORK
Fieldwork opportunities are fully integrated into the geography component of the curriculum to enable you to apply your theoretical knowledge to the real world. These practical experiences provide you with the opportunity to develop and refine the skills required for a career within industry. In previous years our students have undertaken field courses in the UK to the Lake District and localities around Staffordshire and overseas destinations including Barcelona and Iceland.LEARN FROM OUR CAMPUS - OUR OWN LIVING LABORATORY
Our unique 600-acre rural campus is a fantastic natural environment to carry out fieldwork. You can test new ideas, discover solutions to problems and bring your learning to life. Keele's diverse habitats and environments enable you to learn in an authentic environment whilst practicing sustainably.Human Geographers use Keele campus as a Living Laboratory to:- undertake ethnographic mapping methods
- examine issues of rural identity and landscape
- research behavioural aspects associated with the implementation of sustainable energy systems
- investigate the effectiveness of new forms of sustainable mobility and electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- consider different ideas about nature and conservation
- experience human-animal encounters in multispecies spaces
- explore therapeutic landscapes to inform activities that promote health and wellbeing
- innovate Decolonising the Curriculum work and practices
- learn about drone technology and surveying methods
WORK PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The School of Humanities hosts a ‘Work Placement in the Humanities’ module which provides you with the opportunity to apply for a placement within an organisation to further enhance your professional skills. With the guidance of module tutors, you will identify an organisation based on your interests, and will spend a semester engaging with projects and tasks set out by the employer. You may cover areas such as heritage, education, charity, marketing and management, as well as the creative industry. Alumni have previously taken work placements in a range of settings including museums and schools. You will engage with taught sessions in addition to your time at your chosen organisation and will be encouraged to reflect upon your experiences to identify how you can apply your learnings throughout your studies and beyond.You may choose to apply for a Work Placement Year between Year 2 and 3, that allows you to practice your knowledge and prepare for employment after university. This opportunity enables you to gain work experience in either Geography or History.STUDY ABROAD
In between years two and three of your degree, you can choose to spend a semester or year studying abroad. This exciting opportunity enable you to understand your field from different cultural perspectives and to establish international networks. It also shows you have the personal attributes to embrace new experiences which can enhance your employability. We offer exchange opportunities with a wide variety of partner institutions.STUDENT SUPPORT
We offer a multi layered student support structure to help you meet your academic and personal needs. Our student-first approach enables you to engage with us directly, meaning you can seek support, gain feedback or discuss any matters related to your course on a regular basis. You will benefit from the support of an assigned academic mentor and a member of staff from Keele'sSOCIETIES
We have a wealth of student-led societies here at Keele which cover a diverse range of interests. Joining a society is a great opportunity to continue to develop your skills away from your studies. It’s also a great way to make friends and share interests with fellow students.Other Requirements
- CISCE / CBSE / West Bengal Class XII: 60% - 90% required depending on course. Subjects Requirements : - English with 60% All other State Boards Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard Class XII: 65% - 95% required depending on course.Subjects Requirements : - Maths with 70% and English with 60% 2 years of study must have been completed.
- For IELTS Waiver : CISCE/CBSE Class XII: 70% or above. All other State Boards Class XII (except Punjab or Mohali School Education Board): 75% or above in English, depending on course.Study should be taught in English. Otherwise IELTS is required.
Extra Notes
* NOTE : The Tuition Fee is subject to change Semester wise, as such for exact Tuition Fee kindly see the Website of the respective University.
* NOTE : Pathways : Students who want to pursue a Graduate Degree through a particular University but are unable to meet the university requirements for the GPA, GRE/GMAT or English Language scores, have to take up an additional academic and language support i.e. pathways in order to ensure the admit and study at the desired University.
* NOTE : Pathways : Students who want to pursue a Graduate Degree through a particular University but are unable to meet the university requirements for the GPA, GRE/GMAT or English Language scores, have to take up an additional academic and language support i.e. pathways in order to ensure the admit and study at the desired University.
