BSc (Hons) Geography
University of Lincoln
Key Information
Campus location
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
The Department of Geography is focused understanding the 'safety and health of the inhabited Earth'. Our mission is to deliver a degree that is relevant for environmental and societal challenges in the 21st century.
The BSc (Hons) Geography explores environmental change and sustainability from local to global scales. We encourage students to develop the analytical, critical, and collaborative skills needed to work across broad interdisciplinary issues. We focus on the unity of geography emphasising the links between human and physical Geography as an integrative subject. Physical Geography provides the intellectual tools necessary to understand the relationship between human society and its environment, and the issues that challenge our future.
This course is designed to develop subject understanding and geographical skills progressively in the context of real-world problems, enabling students to apply their learning to contemporary global challenges. A belief in the importance of interdisciplinary knowledge to address major issues is at the heart of our approach.
"This information was correct at the time of publishing (July 2023)"
Admissions
Curriculum
How You Study
At Lincoln, we believe in the 'Student as Producer' approach which puts students at the heart of your learning. Our academics are experienced researchers and teachers investigating key issues in global development across the spectrum of physical and human geography. Our 'Student as Producer' initiative encourages a collaborative approach between academics and undergraduates in all aspects of learning.
In the first year, BSc and BA Geography students follow a common integrated central pathway. This pathway introduces the key concepts and skills required for a 21st-century geographer laying the interdisciplinary foundation upon which you will build.
In the second and third years, students will have the opportunity to specialise by selecting optional modules from both the BSc and BA programmes. During the degree students can develop many core transferable skills including data analysis; field and laboratory work; working with practitioners in placements; undertaking and presenting research, and working with Geographical Information Systems (GIS). This aims to help students apply geographical knowledge to real-world settings and put theory into practice to take on today's global challenges.
During the degree, students will be taught in many different formats including lectures, seminars, small group tutorials, practical teaching of analytical skills through field and laboratory classes, as well as group project work under close personal supervision.
First Year
- A Sustainable Lincolnshire (Core)
- Earth Observation & GIS (Core)
- Earths Changing Surface and the Anthropocene (Core)
- Foundations of Human Geography (Core)
- Learning From Geographical Engagement (Core)
- People, Places, Patterns and Processes (Core)
- Sustainable Environments & Ecosystems (Core)
- The Earth System: Processes & Hazards (Core)
Second Year
- Climatology and Quaternary Science (Core)
- Cultural, Historical and Economic Geography (Core)
- Earth Observation, Modelling & Visualisation: Representing Reality & Understanding Change (Core)
- Hazards and Society (Core)
- Human Impacts on the Environment (Core)
- Physical Geography Theory and Research (Core)
- Biogeography & Planetary Health (Option)†
- Geographical Data Analysis Methods (Option)†
- Placement (Level 2) (Option)†
- SoG International Study Year (Option)†
Third Year
- Catchment Hydrology and Geomorphology (Core)
- Climate Change: Processes, Politics & Policy (Core)
- Coastal Systems and Global Change (Core)
- Environmental Management (Core)
- Geography Dissertation (Core)
- Global Change Biology (Option)†
- Overseas Fieldwork (Option)†
- Placement (Level 3) (Option)†
- Soil Biology (Option)†
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
How You Are Assessed
We offer a range of assessments designed to allow students to demonstrate their skills to the best of their ability. Students are assessed using multiple, diverse methods including coursework such as written assignments, blogs, reports or dissertations; practical tasks, fieldwork and presentations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests.
Both group and individual assessments are commonly used. The weighting given to each assessment method may vary across each academic year.
The University of Lincoln's policy on assessment feedback aims to ensure that all in-course assessments are returned to students promptly - usually within 15 working days after the submission date. The Department of Geography aims to provide continuing feedback to students through our tutorial system and scheduled "feedback hours".
Accreditations
This programme has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG). 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.
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Program Outcome
How You Study
At Lincoln we believe in 'Student as Producer' approach which puts students at the heart of your learning. Our academics are experienced researchers and teachers investigating key issues in global development across the spectrum of physical and human geography. Our 'Student as Producer' initiative encourages a collaborative approach between academics and undergraduates in all aspects of learning.
In the first year, BSc and BA Geography students follow a common integrated central pathway. This pathway introduces the key concepts and skills required for a 21st century geographer laying the interdisciplinary foundation upon which you will build.
In the second and third years, students will have the opportunity to specialise by selecting optional modules from both the BSc and BA programes. During the degree students can develop many core transferable skills including data analysis; field and laboratory work; working with practitioners in placements; undertaking and presenting research; and working with Geographical Infromation Systems (GIS). This aims to help students apply geographical knowledge to real-world settings and put theory into practice to take on today's global challenges.
During the degree students will be taught in many different formats including lectures, seminars, small group tutorials, practical teaching of analytical skills through field and laboratory classes, as well as group project work under close personal supervision.
Scholarships and Funding
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships.
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Geography can offer a broad range of career opportunities for its graduates. These include roles in geographical information systems, social environmental consultancy, planning and public policy, management, teaching, and the financial sector. The Department's links with industry, business, and environmental regulatory agencies provide opportunities for internships and work experience.