

MArts (Hons) in Geography with Study Abroad, Lancaster University
Lancaster,
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48 Months
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About this course
Lancaster's Geography MArts Hons offers an exciting opportunity to explore our world through physical, human, and environmental perspectives. You will spend a year studying abroad at a partner university, gaining firsthand experience of different cultures, landscapes, and societies in North America or Australasia. The course provides access to state-of-the-art facilities at the Lancaster Environment Centre, including labs, research tools, and a weather station. The curriculum covers a broad range of topics from environmental processes to social and cultural geography, supported by practical field trips within the UK and overseas. In your third year, you will undertake modules at a partner university, focusing on advanced topics like urbanization, environmental change, and water management, complemented by significant fieldwork in another country. The program culminates in a dissertation, supported by master's-level modules, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
Why this course is highly recommended
This course is highly valued because of its unique combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, enhanced by international exposure. The accreditation by the Royal Geographical Society underscores its quality, preparing graduates for diverse roles in sectors like planning, environmental consultancy, and geospatial analysis. The opportunity to study abroad, engage in fieldwork at iconic locations, and undertake master's-level modules provides a distinctive educational experience that sets students apart in the competitive job market.
Specialisation
The program allows students to develop expertise across a broad geographic spectrum, balancing physical and human geography. You can choose modules aligned with your interests, such as water management, urban studies, or biodiversity conservation. The course also offers pathways in related areas like Environmental Sciences and Development Studies, with options for study abroad and placement years for practical experience.
Course fees
Application fees
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1st year tuition fees
31.48L
Living cost
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Living cost
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Degree requirements
Applicants typically need AAB in A levels, which should include Geography or a related subject like Biology, Economics, or History. Alternative qualifications such as a BTEC with specific grades, the IB with 35 points including HL Geography, or Scottish Highers with relevant grades are also accepted. Students must meet GCSE requirements of grade 4/C in Mathematics and English Language. The program requires IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.
English language test
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
87
PTE
58
DUOLINGO
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Career prospects
Graduates can pursue careers in planning, environmental consultancy, landscape architecture, geospatial analysis, and water management, among others. Some alumni have become climate change consultants, planning officers, and outreach coordinators. The degree also equips students with transferable skills suitable for sectors such as marketing, education, tourism, and business. With a median starting salary of over £24,000, Lancaster graduates often find rewarding employment in various fields related to geography and environmental sciences.
FAQs
What are the international study options available?
Students have the opportunity to spend a year studying at partner universities in North America or Australasia, focusing on modules like environmental change and water management, with significant fieldwork in international locations.
What are the entry requirements?
Typical entry requirements are AAB at A levels, including Geography or a related subject, with additional considerations for other qualifications like IB, Scottish Highers, and BTECs. GCSE grades of 4/C in Mathematics and English are also required.
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