Embark on the BSc Geography with Professional Placement at the University of Exeter, a comprehensive undergraduate degree designed for those eager to understand and address the critical environmental and societal challenges shaping our planet. You will delve into cutting-edge research areas within physical geography, exploring the geosphere, cryosphere, oceans, and atmosphere, while developing essential academic and research skills through small-group tutorials and a residential field trip. This programme is ideal if you are passionate about environmental science, sustainability, and the complex interactions between human activities and the Earth’s systems, offering a robust foundation for a career dedicated to global issues.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, this degree provides a dynamic learning experience, blending compulsory modules in Earth system science and fieldwork with a wide array of optional specialisms in both physical and human geography. You will gain practical research training in GIS, statistical methods, and environmental modelling, culminating in a significant independent research project or dissertation in your final year. The integrated professional placement year offers invaluable real-world experience, equipping you with sought-after skills and a strong professional network for diverse career paths in environmental management, policy, research, and beyond.