Geography, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Our BA (Hons) Geography degree examines the impacts of human activities on societies, mobilities, and environmental governance, while aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Set in Plymouth's vibrant urban and natural landscapes, the program offers flexible pathways, allowing students to select physical geography modules alongside human geography options. Teaching emphasizes innovative, student-centred methods, including lectures, seminars, practicals, fieldwork, and Geographical Information Systems training. Opportunities include international exchanges, work placements, and career-focused support to enhance employability in diverse sectors.In the first year, modules introduce key developments in human and physical geography through fieldwork and lab work. The second year deepens knowledge with optional modules and overseas field courses, while an optional industry year provides practical experience. The final year features a dissertation on any geography aspect, alongside elective modules. The course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society but does not award Qualified Teacher Status. Modules may vary; refer to the website for updates.

• In your first year, modules will introduce you to the latest developments in human and physical geography. Undertake fieldwork and develop your practical and applied skills through lab work. You’ll also take part in small group tutorials.

• In your second year, you’ll deepen your knowledge with a wide range of optional modules in human and physical geography and core modules in theories, practical skills and careers development. You’ll also have the chance to take overseas field courses (recent courses have run in Morocco, USA, Iceland, Australia and Sweden).

• Choose an optional year working in industry to improve your knowledge of applied geography and gain invaluable work experience. Our employability service will help you find a placement from our extensive network across all sectors.

• In your final year, you’ll write a dissertation on any aspect of human or physical geography. There’s a wide range of optional modules in human or physical geography, plus the option of taking a work experience module to prepare you for your first job.

The modules shown for this course or programme are those being studied by current students, or expected new modules. Modules are subject to change depending on year of entry and up to date information can be found on our website.