Geography, BA (Hons), with industry placement

The study of geography remains highly relevant, encompassing topics from landscape evolution and population dynamics to the effects of climate change. At Swansea University, our BA in Geography with a year in industry is tailored for those seeking to boost employability in human geography and related fields. This program equips students with practical, numerical, and computational skills for careers in regional planning, environmental management, and beyond. It offers exceptional fieldwork opportunities in the UK, such as the Gower Peninsula, and internationally in locations like Austria or New York.Students explore key issues including environmental change, migration, and glaciology, guided by world-renowned academics in state-of-the-art facilities. The curriculum includes compulsory and optional modules across years one and two, a year-three industrial placement for transferable skills, and a year-four dissertation with advanced topics. Assessment involves exams, coursework, fieldwork, and tutorials, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.