Why study BSc (Hons) Geography at BU?
- Taught by an expert-led team of lecturers, academics and guest speakers covering units such as Marine Geography, Earth & Society, Climate & Environmental Change
- Fieldwork is carried out in a variety of stimulating environments, including the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, the Isle of Wight and the New Forest
- Opportunities for you to learn through fieldwork by joining staff-led research projects overseas
- An opportunity to complete field experience abroad. Past themes have included conservation practice in China, and preparation for climate change in farming communities in Nepal
- As the course covers both human and physical geography, you can tailor the course to your interests by choosing appropriate units from year two
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Please note: the Foundation Year option for this course is not recruiting for September 2025. All other options remain open. Explore BSc (Hons) Ecology & Wildlife Conservation (with Foundation Year) as an alternative option.
Course accreditations
Our course has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with Institute of British Geographers), as a recognition of its quality. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in geographical knowledge and skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of the world beyond higher education.
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Key information
Next start date:
September 2025, September 2026
Location:
Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus
Duration:
3 years full-time with short placements (optional), or 4 years full-time with placement
Accreditations:
Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers)
Required subjects:
All subjects considered
Entry requirements:
For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. For more information check out our full entry requirements.
International entry requirements:
For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each of the 4 components or equivalent. For more information check out our international entry requirements.