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Geography at University of Winchester - UCAS

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University of Winchester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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13Sep
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11Oct
University of Winchester - Open Day (2026 entry)
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Course summary

  • Study the climate emergency and responses to it and how the natural world interacts with today’s changing society and how we can plan for the future
  • Geography graduates have a high rate of employability and have a wide range of career paths open to them
  • Variety of teaching and learning methods, including fieldwork, class seminars and workshops, laboratory and IT sessions and independent research
  • Accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers)
From glaciers to megacities, Geography is the study of the earth’s processes, both natural and human. As a subject it has the capacity to take you almost anywhere and field exploration is a major component of the course. Our BSc explores some of the most pressing issues facing the planet in the 21st century: climate change, pressures on the natural world and society and how these can be mitigated and managed. Geography at Winchester takes a hands-on, practical approach. You could be advising imaginary governments on globalisation, population growth, resource shortages, geopolitical instability and managing natural hazards. You could be planning and carrying out a day of surveying at a site subject to sea level rise and erosion threats, or gathering field samples to analyse past climates. Winchester is set on the edge of the South Downs National Park, just half an hour from the coast and an hour by train from London, and is perfectly placed to make the most of the diverse and beautiful landscapes that surround the city, for both fieldwork and for recreation. Each year of study has a distinct emphasis. In Year 1 you receive a broad introduction to geography and geographical issues. You will acquire in-depth knowledge on the climate emergency and consequences for society and responses. In Year 2, you are encouraged to develop your geographical practice through specialised modules including the option for international fieldwork, laboratory and technology-based elements. You also have the option of studying abroad for a semester during this year. The development of your skills is key, for example analysing geodata and becoming proficient in Geographic Information Systems as well as learning ‘cultural agility,’ the ability to understand and work across cultures and environments. By your final year you will be ready to apply your expertise to understand complex geographical problems through original research and to understand the potential external impacts of your work. You will engage in critical thinking and more complex data analysis, building on your studies to date. Your third-year project enables you to work alongside our highly respected research academics and to showcase your skills to employers. Throughout your studies, your future employability is a key priority and careers guidance is embedded into the course. The combination of real-world practical knowledge and the awareness of impact leads to Winchester Geography students becoming well-rounded, confident graduates ready to follow a range of career paths. Graduates can pursue a career in the following areas: government, the public, private and voluntary sectors, education, cartography and surveying, planning, environmental consultancy, nature conservation and sustainability.

Modules

For detailed information on modules you will be studying please click on the 'View course details' link at the top of this summary box.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Royal Geographical Society

How to apply

14Jan

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:
L700
Institution code:
W76
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

Applicants who wish to apply for advanced standing (exemption from part of a programme) based on previous study are considered on an individual basis. Applicants are required to provide transcripts. confirming the module titles and grades they have already achieved, as well as module handbooks and/or programme specifications showing the learning outcomes of the modules completed.

International applicants

We accept a wide range of non-UK qualifications and use UK NARIC (National Recognition Information Centre) guidelines to confirm their equivalence.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants are required to hold a minimum of 2 x A-level or equivalent qualifications (e.g. 2 x BTEC National Subsidiary Diplomas) and we accept all A-level subjects, including Critical Thinking, General Studies and own-language A-levels. We welcome applicants who have completed the Extended Project (EP/EPQ) and points obtained from this qualification will be included in any offer. In addition, we accept a maximum of 32 points from level 3 qualifications below A2 that are included in the tariff (e.g. AS-levels not studied at A-level, music or dance qualifications). If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits and work or other professional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of other published requirements.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Tier 4 sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components.

Student Outcomes

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70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).
Geography at University of Winchester - UCAS