BSc Geography
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Geography. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course includes an Independent Research Project. Fieldwork takes place at locations including the Jurassic Coast, the Isle of Wight, and the New Forest, with optional international field trips.
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Entry requirements
For 2027 entry: 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit).
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 98%: 217 offers from 221 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 69%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 15%
- South East: 35%
- South West: 35%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) for the purpose of recognising the delivery of geographical knowledge, understanding, skills, approaches and attributes expected of high quality geography graduates.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Scientific Research Skills
- Physical Geography
- Practical Skills in Geography
- Earth and Society
- Human Geography
- Residential Field Trip
- Advanced Scientific Research Skills
- Geospacial Science
- Urban Social Geography
- Geomorphology
- International Field Trip
- Ecosystems
- Environmental Pollution
- Environmental and Societal Challenges
- Coasts and Coastal Adaptation
- Applications of Environmental Sciences
- Globalisation, Justice and Global Instabilities
- Independent Research Project
- Environmental Remote Sensing
- Contemporary Topics in Geography
- Space Place and Environment
- Marine Conservation
- Wildlife and Ecotourism
- Sustainable Development and Globalisation
- Climate and Environmental Change
- Environmental Law
- Quaternary Environments
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geography at Bournemouth University earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £40,500.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Geography at Bournemouth University?
80% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Geography at Bournemouth University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 95 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Geography at Bournemouth University?
98% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 217 offers from 221 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Geography at Bournemouth University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) for the purpose of recognising the delivery of geographical knowledge, understanding, skills, approaches and attributes expected of high quality geography graduates.
Does BSc Geography at Bournemouth University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Geography at Bournemouth University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.