Keele University

Geography (Physical) BSc (Hons)

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

Explore Earth’s diverse landscapes on our accredited Geography (Physical) BSc. From climate systems and change, to glaciers, floods, rising sea levels and volcanoes, you will study the planet’s processes and systems and tackle real-world problems. Through hands-on fieldwork, laboratory classes, and work placement opportunities, you’ll develop the practical skills needed for a wide range of careers in geography including cartographer, environmental consultant, or systems developer.

Key highlights

  • Accredited physical geography degree
  • Covers climate systems, glaciers, floods, rising sea levels and volcanoes
  • Hands-on fieldwork and laboratory classes build practical skills
  • Work placement opportunities, including an optional placement year
  • Optional international year to study abroad
  • Focus on tackling real-world environmental problems

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBB — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit
  • BTEC: DDM — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit
  • T-level: Merit — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit

Scholarships

  • Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

    A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

  • International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

    Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

    Up to £1,000
  • Placement Bursary Initiative

    The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

  • The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

    Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

    Up to £3,000
  • Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

    Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Cartographer
  • Environmental consultant
  • Systems developer
  • GIS analyst
  • Flood risk analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £18,200

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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