Physical Geography, BSc (Hons)

Geography enables us to comprehend our physical surroundings and address future sustainability issues. This three-year BSc in Physical Geography at the University of Southampton explores the processes shaping the world, including ecology and geology, while teaching students to analyse landscapes, geographical data, and satellite imagery to understand environmental dynamics. Opportunities include studying remote sensing, undertaking fieldwork in locations such as Europe and Cambodia, utilising advanced facilities, and examining shifts in Earth's systems and societal responses.Fieldwork and core modules, such as Dynamic Landscapes and Ecology & Conservation, form key elements, with options to customise studies. Assessment encompasses lectures, tutorials, coursework, essays, projects, presentations, and exams, supported by academic tutors. Graduates excel in careers like environmental consultancy and policy, with 100% employed or in further study (Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021), and the program ranks 6th in the UK (The Guardian University Guide, 2024).