Course summary
Explore what is happening in the world around us - sustainability, injustice, poverty and diversity - and be prepared to challenge your existing views. Explore the rapidly changing world around you on this contemporary and dynamic course. You’ll study important topics such as migration, identity, sustainability, social injustice, cities and globalisation. As part of this course, you’ll:
- Undertake local and international fieldwork
- Go on a human geography related work placement
- Conduct a major piece of research for your dissertation
- Challenge your existing views and gain sought-after skills and new ways of thinking
- Get involved in live research projects and community consultations
- 100% of students on BA (Hons) Human Geography were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*
- Field trips that will help you gain an understanding of real-world issues and develop competence in practical research
- A work placement module that will hone your personal, professional and employability skills
- A personal tutorial programme to look after your academic and pastoral needs
- A collaborative approach to learning
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Geography in the Contemporary World
- Sustainable Urbanism & European Field Trip
- City & Society
- Geographies of Diversity
- Contested Geographies
- Academic Skills for Geographers & Planners
- Techniques in Geographical Research
- Placement & Employability Skills
- Social Justice
- Research Methods
- Development of Geographical Thought
- International Field Trip
- Natural Hazard Management & Climate Adaptation
- Alternative Economic Geographies
- Dissertation (double module)
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L720
- Institution code:
- L27
- Campus name:
- City CampusC
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Unistats information
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE