Undergraduate study Geography 2023/24
**This programme is accredited by the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES), the education committee of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES). CHES is the collective voice of the environmental sciences academic community and serves to enhance the quality of environmental education worldwide. A programme accredited by CHES is assured to meet high standards, contain a strong component of practical, field and theoretical activities, and has excellent opportunities for training, work experience and links to the professional environmental sector. Students enrolled on CHES accredited programmes can apply for free Student Membership of the IES and for a fast-track route to membership once they graduate, starting them on a route towards becoming a Chartered Chartered Scientist.
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AsmembershipProfessionalastudentononeof our Geography degrees, you’ll become eligible for membership of the Royal Geographical Society (RGS), (www.rgs.org/join-us/ ) giving you access to resources, events and networking opportunities via the RGS community. Real world experience Field trips are embedded into all four of our Geography degree courses. We100%werethe first and are the only university in the UK where 100% of permanent teaching staff are Fellows of the Higher Education Academy.* *Permanent staff, after probation: some recently appointed colleagues will only obtain recognition in the months after their arrival in Huddersfield, once they have started teaching. Open Days 2022 Saturday 2 July Saturday 24 September (online) Saturday 8 October Saturday 29 October Saturday 19 November Book now hud.ac.uk/open-days Scan to chat to studentsour
What’sinsideOurcourses 04 Environmental and Analytical Science BSc(Hons) 05 Geography BSc(Hons) 06 Human Geography BSc(Hons) 07 Physical Geography BSc(Hons) 08-09 Residential field trip 10 What to expect 11 Tips for employment 12-13 Careers in Geography 15 Apply to us First year Geography students’ residential field trip to the Lake District Start your journey with us hud.ac/apply 3
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You’ll have the chance to study a range of subjects including biogeography, inorganic and organic chemistry, earth processes, landscape and fluvial systems, climate science and sustainability before specialising in your final year.
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Your future By developing a clear conceptual understanding of core principles with hands-on experience of key techniques and approaches related to its practice, our Environmental and Analytical Science BSc(Hons) is designed to give you the skills sought by a range of graduate recruiters. These include communication/ presentation fluency, team-working, fieldwork expertise, environmental, social and commercial awareness, IT literacy, report writing, data analysis and GIS, time management and investigative skills, among others.
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Environmental and analytical science graduates typically progress into careers in Industry: environmental sampling and trace analysis, Research: environmental chemistry, Environmental Management: environmental monitoring, environmental impact officer, Planning: GIS analyst, policy advisor, land surveying, Regulatory bodies: DEFRA, Commercial Enterprises: management, data analysis, Development: NGOs, charities and Nature Conservation: biodiversity officer, planning ecologist.
In the third year of the course you’ll have the opportunity to benefit from a work placement. This could help you to gain relevant real-world experience and give you a head start in your chosen career. In the final year you’ll have the chance to develop and hone your independent research skills as part of the research project module. We also firmly believe in ‘learning through doing’ and since fieldwork is an integral part of any environmental scientists training, we’ve embedded field-trips throughout all years of study.
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Course info Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BCC* inc. C in an accepted Science subject**/DMM in Applied Science***/104 inc. C in an accepted Science subject at A *WithLevel.**apassin Science Practical where **Theapplicable.accepted Science A Level subjects are: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geology and Applied Sciences. ***Alternatively a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by another A Level at a minimum grade C.
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If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree Accreditation This course is accredited by the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES).****
****This programme is accredited by the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES), the education committee of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES). CHES is the collective voice of the environmental sciences academic community and serves to enhance the quality of environmental education worldwide. A programme accredited by CHES is assured to meet high standards, contain a strong component of practical, field and theoretical activities, and has excellent opportunities for training, work experience and links to the professional environmental sector. Students enrolled on CHES accredited programmes can apply for free Student Membership of the IES and for a fast-track route to membership once they graduate, starting them on a route towards becoming a Chartered Environmentalist or Chartered Scientist.
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Understanding the impact of human activities on our environment is essential to protecting it for future generations. The Environmental and Analytical Science BSc(Hons) degree at Huddersfield gives you a comprehensive understanding of Earth’s systems and equips you with the skills and knowledge of an analytical scientist.
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All our teaching staff are educated to doctoral level and have expertise in a range of environmental and analytical subject areas. modules Analytical Science Research Project Soil Properties and Contamination Anthropocene Dynamic Living Systems Sustainability
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As a graduate of this course, you may consider employment in a wide range of sectors including central and local government, education, environmental consultancies, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or commercial sectors. You can consider roles such as cartographer, data analyst, environmental management and consultancy, planner, policy advisor, quality management and researcher. For more information on careers available to geography graduates, please check the Royal Geographical Society’s careers web page www.rgs.org Course info Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BCC* inc. C in an accepted Science subject**/DMM in Applied Science***/104 inc. C in an accepted Science subject at A Level.** *With a pass in Science Practical where applicable. **The accepted Science A Level subjects are: Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geology and Applied Sciences. Level 3 BTEC Applied Science with 32 UCAS points or above is accepted as an alternative to these Science A Levels at grade ***AlternativelyC.a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level at a minimum grade C. If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree Accreditation This course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society.
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• Earth Processes • Social, Environmental and Cultural Challenges • Research Project • Principles and Practices in Geography Your future
You’ll have the chance to study a range of subjects including biogeography, earth processes, landscape and fluvial systems, climate science, environment and society, environment and cultural challenges, and migration and geopolitics before specialising in your final year. In the third year of the course you’ll have the opportunity to benefit from a work placement. This could help you to gain relevant real-world experience and give you a head start in your chosen career. In the final year you’ll have the chance to develop and hone your independent research skills as part of your final year project.
Your course A warming planet, all manner of inequality and the consequences of political instability are big themes in the world today. Our Geography BSc(Hons) covers the core principles and contemporary views of both human and physical geography, plus the opportunity to specialise depending upon how our modules shape your interests.
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“I loved taking part in fieldwork and learning a wide variety of topics in Geography. Overall, the course has been a great experience.” Erin Kehoe, Geography BSc(Hons)
“The supportive and welcoming environment helped me to become more confident in expressing my thoughts. The skills I have developed have fully equipped me to work independently as a professional.”
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As a graduate of this course, you may consider employment in a wide range of sectors including central and local government, education, environmental consultancies, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or commercial sectors. You can consider roles such as cartographer, data analyst, environmental management and consultancy, planner, policy advisor, quality management and researcher. For more information on careers available to geography graduates, please check the Royal Geographical Society’s careers web page www.rgs.org Course info Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BCC* inc. C in an accepted subject**/DMM in Applied Science***/104 inc. C in an accepted subject at A Level.**
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*With a pass in Science Practical where applicable. **The accepted A Level subjects are: Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geology, Applied Sciences, Psychology, Sociology and Health and Social Care. Level 3 BTEC Applied Science with 32 UCAS points or above is accepted as an alternative to these A Levels at grade C. ***Alternatively a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level at a minimum grade C. If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree Accreditation This course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society.
Your course People, communities, cultures, economies and their influence on why things happen the way they do; that’s what encapsulates human geography. It helps shape the view of how we might do things tomorrow and in the years ahead.
This course covers a range of subjects including contemporary social structures and inequalities within society, cultures and regions, plus the opportunity to examine the role geopolitics has on our contemporary world. Underpinning all of this is the theme of sustainability and planetary boundaries. You’ll have the chance to concentrate on human geography themes but will also be offered module options from the Geography BSc(Hons) course. There’s an optional work placement year in the third year to help you to gain real-world experience and insight to boost your employability. During your final year you’ll also have the opportunity to conduct independent research as part of your final year project.
Adeel Ashan, Human Geography BSc(Hons)
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• People and Place • Social, Environmental and Cultural Challenges • Research Project • Geographies of Development Your future
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You’ll have the opportunity to examine a range of landscapes and the processes which have influenced their formation. We also offer two modules on environment and society to ensure that you appreciate how the physical world has influenced how we, as a society, have developed.
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Barmouth Bridge crossing the Mawddach Estuary in Wales: image taken by Dr Thomas Smyth, University of Huddersfield. For more detailed course information visit courses.hud.ac.uk
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Course info Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BCC* inc. C in an accepted Science subject**/DMM in Applied Science***/104 inc. C in an accepted Science subject at A Level.** *With a pass in Science Practical where applicable. **The accepted Science A Level subjects are: Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geology and Applied Sciences. Level 3 BTEC Applied Science with 32 UCAS points or above is accepted as an alternative to these Science A Levels at grade ***AlternativelyC.a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level at a minimum grade C. If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree Accreditation
Your course Ever wondered why natural disasters happen? If they’re becoming more prevalent and how best to deal with their consequences? With its focus on how physical spaces on our planet are sculpted and the interplay of people, the environment and biodiversity, our Physical Geography BSc(Hons) allows you to consider these and other questions at length.
You can consider roles such as cartographer, data analyst, environmental management and consultancy, planner, policy advisor, quality management and researcher. For more information on careers available to geography graduates, please check the Royal Geographical Society’s careers web page www.rgs.org
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You can also gain valuable insights and real-world experience, in the third year from an optional work placement, to help you get ahead in the career of your choice. In the final year of this course you’ll have the chance to complete a dissertation that includes a piece of independent research. modules Earth Cycles Processes Landforms Research Project Mountain Environment and Glaciation Your future As a graduate of this course, you may consider employment in a wide range of sectors including central and local government, education, environmental consultancies, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or commercial sectors.
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First year Geography students’ residential field trip to the Lake District.
Surveying environments Students walking in Barrowsdale to survey mountain features.
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Geology Identifying different rocks and the processes that have formed them.
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Lecturer and students discussing and identifying post-glacial landscapes.
Blencathra Field Centre Students practising map reading in purpose-built field labs.
River habitat observations Lecturer and students identifying macroinvertebrates from UK rivers using microscopes.
Volcanic origins Lecturer and students on their way to observe an ancient magma chamber.
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Facilities We have invested £18.2m in new science facilities and laboratories for Applied Sciences students. In the Joseph Priestley Building you’ll study in a modern learning environment using professional standard equipment, supported by staff with a blend of industry experience and research excellence.
Equipment On our Geography courses you’ll also have access to a range of equipment to allow you to collect, analyse and interpret the human and physical environment.
Our Geography degrees are taught in small class sizes. This allows us to deliver a personalised experience where our lecturers get to know you on a first name basis. You’ll also have your own Personal Tutor to help you with all aspects of your studies, and to develop and build on the skills you need to succeed, whatever challenges you may face throughout your course.
Graduate attributes obtained through degree study include higher order cognitive skills such as analysis, evaluation and synthesis. Employers also value teamwork so understanding how teams function and your role within them is critical.
Securing employment post-graduation depends on you, the applicant, having the appropriate mix of skills, attributes and experience which the employer is looking for.
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Supervised work experience (placement) in Year 3 of a degree is an ideal opportunity to gain valuable work experience related to your area of interest. This is when you’ll really be able to see your knowledge in action, pick up valuable skills for your future career and boost your employability to help you hit the ground running after graduation. For Careers in Geography see pages 12 and 13.
Careers in GeographyAcademiaUniversityTeachingResearch institutes Development Government (ODA)NGOs / charitiesUnitedNations / WHO Activists / lobby groups managementEnviron Environ management system (Industry / Pollutioncommerce)control ExtractionindustriesOilMining/gas conservationNatureNGOs, charities (eg. Wildlife Trust) Industry Civil service (MOD) Travel / tourism Writing / promotion Managing / developing 12
enterprisesCommercial Data analysis Management Logistics Marketing Entrepreneurial activities Energy Renewables Location Feasibilityplanningstudies regulationEnviron Statutory bodies (DEFRA / MAFF) Environmentagency In-house staff (Commercial / industry organisations) Finance World bank Developmentbanking Investments (Ethical funds) Planning Consultancy impactEnvironmentalassessmentAuditsFeasibilitystudies Statutory bodies AdvisoryConsulteesroles 13
If we propose to make a major change to a course that you are holding an offer for, then we will tell you as soon as possible so that you can decide whether to withdraw your application prior to enrolment.
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For example, it may be necessary to make a major change to reflect changes in the law or the requirements of the University’s regulators; to meet the latest requirements of a commissioning or accrediting body; to improve the quality of educational provision; in response to student, examiners’ or other course evaluators’ feedback; and/or to reflect academic or professional changes within subject areas. Major changes may also be necessary because of circumstances outside our reasonable control, such as a key member of staff leaving the University or being unable to teach, where they have a particular specialism that can’t be adequately covered by other members of staff; or due to damage or interruption to buildings, facilities or equipment. Major changes would usually be made with effect from the next academic year, but this may not always be the case. We will notify you as soon as possible should we need to make a major change and will carry out suitable consultation with affected students. If you reasonably believe that the proposed change will cause you detriment or hardship we will, if appropriate, work with you to try to reduce the adverse effect on you or find an appropriate solution. Where an appropriate solution cannot be found and you contact us in writing before the change takes effect you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the University without liability to the University for future tuition fees. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so.
We will always try to deliver your course and other services as described. However, sometimes we may have to make changes as set out below:
We will only make major changes to the core curriculum of a course or to our services if it is necessary for us to do so and provided such changes are reasonable. A major change in this context is a change that materially changes the services available to you; or the outcomes, or a significant part, of your course, such as the nature of the award or a substantial change to module content, teaching days (part time provision), classes, type of delivery or assessment of the core curriculum.
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This brochure was prepared in the spring of 2022 for courses starting in September 2023 and is up to date as at the date of publication. Any subsequent changes to information will be published in the course information listings on our website courses.hud.ac.uk , and you should check this for the latest information before you apply.
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Where your course allows you to choose modules from a range of options, we will review these each year and change them to reflect the expertise of our staff, current trends in research and as a result of student feedback or demand for certain modules. We will always ensure that you have a range of options to choose from and we will let you know in good time the options available for you to choose for the following year.
In exceptional circumstances, we may, for reasons outside of our control, be forced to discontinue or suspend your course. Where this is the case, a formal exit strategy will be followed and we will notify you as soon as possible about what your options are, which may include transferring to a suitable replacement course for which you are qualified, being provided with individual teaching to complete the award for which you were registered, or claiming an interim award and exiting the University.
If you do not wish to take up any of the options that are made available to you, then you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the course without liability to the University for future tuition fees and you will be entitled to a refund of all course fees paid to date. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so.
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If this is your first (undergraduate) degree and you want to study a full-time course, then you’ll apply via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) at ucas.com If you’re at a college or school right now, it’s probably already registered with UCAS. The best thing to do is ask your teacher or careers adviser to help with your application. Once you’ve applied we’ll keep in touch with you throughout the application process, so you’re up to speed with what’s going on.
If you want to start your course in September 2023, you can apply through UCAS any time from 1 September 2022 onwards. Please make sure UCAS receives your application by the first application deadline in January 2023. Please see hud.ac/faa for more information. Our institution code is HUDDS H60.
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