BSc Geography (Human and Physical)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Geography, combining human and physical approaches. Core topics include data analysis, research methods, fieldwork, environmental analysis, and ethics and professional practice. The first year provides a grounding in both human and physical geography, with advanced modules in later years. An independent research dissertation is completed in the final year, and an optional placement or international year is available.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB in three A Levels. IB: 555 in three Higher Levels or 30 points.
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What students say
Based on about 24 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 175 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 15%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 25%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 13%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic, Professional and Field Skills
- Conservation Policy and Practice
- Environmental and Sustainability Impact Assessment: Methods and Research Design
- Geoethics and Environmental Justice
- Independent Research Dissertation
- Tropical Biology Field Course
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geography (Human and Physical) at Keele University earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,500 and £36,000.
What do graduates of BSc Geography (Human and Physical) at Keele University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Geography (Human and Physical) at Keele University?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Geography (Human and Physical) at Keele University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 113 UCAS points.
Is BSc Geography (Human and Physical) at Keele 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.
How many students continue on BSc Geography (Human and Physical) at Keele University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.