BSc Geography
About this course
BSc in Geography, a geography degree centred on human and physical environments and spatial dynamics. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Human Behaviour, Social & Cultural Analysis, and Global & Comparative Perspective. Students can transfer to BSc Geography with Applied GIS starting from the second year to graduate with a specific specialism. The first year covers Earth system science, environment and sustainability, core geographical concepts, research skills, and fieldwork, with optional study in place and global change. The second year introduces numerical methods for physical geographers, applied GIS mapping, and research design, alongside optional modules covering topics such as past environments, the Anthropocene, ecosystems, climate change, remote sensing, sustainable seas, and migration. Optional modules in later stages allow for specialisation in areas like climate, hydrology, biogeography, and coastal environments, supported by field courses and experimental laboratories.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA - AAB. Required subjects: B in a science subject*. *Accepted science subjects: Biology/Human Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Design and Technology; Economics; Electronics; Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Geography; Geology; Life and Health Sciences (Double Award only), Marine Science; Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths; Physical Education; Physics; Psychology; Science (applied); Sport Science; Statistics. IB: 36/666 - 34/665.
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 99%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 160 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 24%
- South East: 29%
- South West: 24%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 93%
- Access course: 2%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Earth System Science: The History of Our Planet
- Earth System Science: Our Changing Planet
- Geographies of Environment and Sustainability
- Concepts in Geography
- Skills for Geography
- Fieldwork in Geography
- Geographies of Place, Identity and Culture
- Geographies of Global Change
- Numerical Methods for Physical Geographers
- Applied GIS: Mapping with Technology
- Research Design in Physical Geography
- Reconstructing Past Environments
- The Anthropocene
- Ecosystems of the Future: Climate Change, Terrestrial Feedbacks and Nature-Based Solutions
- Climate Change: Science and Society
- Introduction to Remote Sensing
- Sustainable Seas
- Catchment to Coast Field Course (Northern Spain)
- Environmental Futures Field Course
- Nature, Development and Justice
- Global Urban Futures
- Geographies of Migration
- Health Geographies
- Geographies of Change and Resistance
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geography at University of Exeter earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £38,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £46,500. The £38,000 median after five years is £6,000 more than the UK median for Physical geographical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Geography at University of Exeter do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Geography at University of Exeter?
99% 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 University of Exeter?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 154 UCAS points.
Does BSc Geography at University of Exeter include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Geography at University of Exeter?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.