Geography, MA (Hons)

Course summary

If you:

• have a keen interest in cultures and societies

• are curious about the relationship between politics and the environment

Then geography may be for you.What is geography?Understanding geography is very important in this day and age.Geography is the study of the way the world works.You can explore the physical processes of our planet, such as:

• volcanoes

• flooding

• climate change

You can also address human issues such as:

• sustainability

• health

• social justice

You can study geography in two ways:

• as a natural science through physical geography

• as a social science or humanities subject, through human geography

What will I learn?Our Master of Arts (MA) Geography gives you the opportunity to specialise in human geography. It is key to understanding and resolving many of society's biggest problems.Human geographers study many different aspects of the modern world, including:

• public health

• deprivation

• urban justice

• indigenous struggles

• land rights

• migration

• mobility

• climate emergency

We will learn about the relationships between people and their social, cultural, political, and economic worlds.You will also study aspects of physical geography. We believe it is important to understand the ways we live in the world, as well as our impact upon it.This degree is flexible. You will be able to build your degree around topics you are interested in.An extraordinary reputationWe are one of the largest and most successful groupings of geographers, Earth and environmental scientists in the UK. Many of us are world experts in our field.Our staff will include the latest research in your teaching, and share our discoveries with you.

• We are 22nd in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2024.

• We are ranked 19th in the world and 7th in the UK for geography in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.

• Enjoy access to a world of experience with our research and industry networks.

• Get advice and guidance with our dedicated careers service.

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