Geography Bachelor & Master in London

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589 Geography Courses in the UK.
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Jobs & Career Perspectives

Career perspectives for Geography

15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Current jobs

Among graduates of Geography who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Specialisations within Geography

  • Environmental Geography
  • Glaciers and Glaciations
  • Historical Geography
  • Hydrology
  • Political Geography
  • Population Geography
  • Urban Geography

Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Geography

  • Core geographical skills
  • Use of specialist equipment
  • Quantitative analysis methods
  • Research and data collection, analysis and evaluation skills
  • Mathematical and computational skills
  • IT skills
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to understand abstract concepts
  • Planning and problem- solving skills
  • Creative thinking and the ability to recognise the moral and ethical issues involved in debates
  • Ability to work independently and also in a team
  • Self- motivation and self- reliance
  • Time management and ability to meet deadlines

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Among graduates of Geography who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Jobs of graduates of Geography (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Geography at Bath Spa University

25% Managers, directors and senior officials
15% Business and public service associate professionals
15% Administrative occupations
15% Welfare Professionals
10% Media Professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Welfare and housing associate professionals
5% Caring personal services
0% Information Technology Professionals
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Geography, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

FAQ

The price of rent in London has the highest impact on overall living expenses. Your choice of where to live in London will make a huge difference to your costs of living. Students studying in London pay on average 67% more on rent than students in the rest of the UK. Overall student living costs in London will be approx 34% more than in the rest of the UK.