Physical Geography, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

The study of geography—from exploring landscapes and their formation, to interpreting satellite Earth observation and GIS data, to monitoring environmental changes from space—is more relevant than ever.This degree in physical geography enhances employability with practical, numerical, and computational skills for careers in regional planning, environmental management, local authority work, finance, computing, and business. Strong industry ties provide work placements with support throughout your year in industry. Exceptional fieldwork opportunities abound nearby, including the Gower Peninsula (UK's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), Bannau Brycheiniog, rural west Wales, and South Wales landscapes, plus overseas in Austria, Malaysian Borneo, Mallorca, or Vancouver. Explore topics like glacial processes, global environmental change, geophysics, and plate tectonics, with access to advanced facilities including a high-performance computer lab, stable isotope ratio mass spectrometer, climatic test chamber, and more. "All the lecturers were incredibly helpful and committed... an incredible experience outside of University." – Jack Philpott, BSc Physical Geography