BSc Geography
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Geography, exploring Earth's physical environments and global human concerns. Core topics include programming, data analysis, statistics, research methods, fieldwork, and environmental analysis. The course includes fieldwork at locations such as Weymouth and overseas destinations including Malta and Spain. Students complete an independent research project in the final year.
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Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027: BSc (Hons): 104-128 UCAS tariff points At least two A-levels, or a BTEC Level 3 National: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM) or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. Applications from those that have undertaken a foundation year will also be considered. BSc (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS tariff points For the degree with a foundation year, a minimum of 64 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications is required. Additional requirements: Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. If you do not meet our English language requirements , you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirements. For further information on country-specific entry requirements, please explore our International section of the website.
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 99%: 94 offers from 95 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 5 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Conservation and environment professionals: 15%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 15%
- Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- 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 160 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 48%
- South East: 28%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
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, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Our Dynamic Earth
- Digital Mapping
- Global Challenges in Human Geography and Sustainability
- Skills for Professional Practice
- Advanced Research Methods and Project Management
- Rivers, Oceans and the Atmosphere
- Data Analytics and GIS
- People, Place and Politics
- Research Project
- Future Skills Apply
- Development Geographies
- The Challenge of Climate Change
- Water and Society
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geography at Kingston University earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £25,500 after 3 years, £30,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £37,000.
What do graduates of BSc Geography at Kingston University 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 Kingston University?
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 Kingston University?
The average entrant had 96 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Geography at Kingston University?
99% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 94 offers from 95 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Geography at Kingston 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 Kingston University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Geography at Kingston University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.