BA (Hons) Geography BA
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
OVERVIEW
Geography is uniquely positioned between the physical and social sciences enabling geographers to provide broad-ranging perspectives on a range of key societal challenges. It explores the spatial interactions between human behaviours and society and the interrelationships between the environment and political, economic and social forces. The flexibility of our programme enables you to explore the full breadth and depth of this dynamic discipline. Depending on where your interests lie, you can focus on physical geography, human geography or a mixture of both. 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.YEAR ONE
The first year of the programme is carefully designed to bring together the diverse learning experiences across the cohort. From human behaviours that have shaped, and continue to shape natural and built environments, to social inequalities in physical and economic health and wellbeing, you will cover a thorough grounding in both human and physical geography. To help you develop the appropriate learning skills and subject-specific practical skills required for success in the field of geography, you will complete a 'core skills' module. Skill development topics may include:- Fieldwork in both laboratory and field-based environments
- Risk assessment and research ethics
- Programming
- Statistics
- Techniques of data capture
- Writing and communication
YEAR TWO
In year two, you will develop an appreciation of the dynamic and research-based nature of the discipline and will learn how to use geographical evidence to explain the spatial interactions between human behaviours and society. From debates concerning the relationship between space and society to training in a variety of essential field, laboratory and employability skills -core modules will build your knowledge and skills in human geography. You will also have the opportunity to personalise your learning to your career aspirations or interests by choosing from a variety of optional modules in topics such as geoscience and society and human impact on the environment, scientific perspectives.YEAR THREE
Your studies will culminate with the opportunity to mould your degree to your career aspirations and interests. You will unleash your creativity and apply the techniques you have acquired throughout your studies by working on a final year geography project. Under the guidance of an experienced academic, you can choose your own topic or explore one of our research themes.Examples of previous dissertation topics include:
- Rave spaces surviving the pandemic: a study of Sheffield dance music clubs and their respective communities
- To what extent are fan zones outside football stadia inclusionary or exclusionary spaces?
- How important is play for young adults? Exploring the ludic geographies of construction toys
- How does the everyday geography of smoking differ by gender?
- How can exposure to nature influence mental health among prisoners?
- Quality of place and the implications for mobility in the rural-urban fringe
- The impact of the proximity of drinking places on crime rates
FIELDWORK
Fieldwork opportunities are fully integrated into 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.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
SPEND A YEAR IN INDUSTRY
In an increasingly competitive job market, employers are seeking to recruit employees who have high-level knowledge, skills and an understanding of the workplace. Between years two and three of your degree, you can spend a year gaining practical experience with a geography-focused company or organisation. This will benefit you by providing familiarisation with the professional working environment and the opportunity to apply the geographical skills and theories you have learnt.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 experience 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.SUPPORT
We offer a multi layered 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 on a regular basis. You will benefit from the support of an assigned academic mentor and a member of staff from Keele's .SOCIETIES
We have a wealth of student-led societies here at Keele which cover a diverse range of interests. Joining a society related to geography is a great opportunity to continue to develop your skills away from your studies. This is another excellent way of demonstrating your genuine interest for the area and can be beneficial when it comes to applying for graduate roles. 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.
