BSc Geography
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Geography, combining physical and human geography perspectives. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Project Management. After a broad first year, students choose to focus on Physical Geography or blend with Human Geography themes. The course includes work-based learning through short internships and longer placements, with assessment conducted entirely by coursework.
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Entry requirements
96 – 120 UCAS tariff points Your grades are just one part of your story, which is why at UoG we accept any grades from any combination of level 3 qualifications. A-level CCC-BBB BTEC MMM-DDM T-level Pass Here’s an example of how 96 – 120 UCAS tariff points might look for some common level 3 qualifications. GCSE in English Lang/Lit and Maths at grade 4/C or above are usually required. Unsure if we could offer you a place? Check out the UCAS tariff calculator or contact our admissions team if you have any questions.
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Engineering professionals: 15%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 5%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 65%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other qualifications: 5%
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, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introductory Geographical Research & Fieldwork
- Earth Systems & Processes
- Living in a Globalised World
- Data Handling and Presentation
- Practical Environmental Investigation
- Geographical Enquiry
- Threats to Civilisation
- Fieldwork Elective: BSc Geography
- Internship
- Biogeography
- Monitoring & Management of Habitats & Species
- Ice Age Earth
- Fluvial Hydrosystems
- Geographic Information Systems
- Population Dynamics
- Sea-Level Change and Coasts
- Global Health
- Conflict & Peacebuilding
- Crimes against Humanity
- BSc Geography Dissertation
- Professional Experience
- Field Placement
- Pollution in Ecological Systems
- Reintroduction & Rewilding
- Climate Change
- River Science and Management
- Advanced Geographic Information Systems
- Migration Challenges
- Global Ageing
- Changing Coasts
- Humanitarian Intervention & Disaster Relief
- Global and Organised Crime
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geography at University of Gloucestershire earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £34,000. The £29,000 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Physical geographical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Geography at University of Gloucestershire do next?
95% 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 Gloucestershire?
92% 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 Gloucestershire?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 107 UCAS points.
Is BSc Geography at University of Gloucestershire 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.
How many students continue on BSc Geography at University of Gloucestershire?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.