Human Geography (Joint Honours) BA/BSc (Hons)

• Overview

  Our Human Geography joint honours degree will give you an understanding of the basic concepts of geographical enquiry and how they apply to social, cultural, political and economic debates.

  We will support you to achieve your career and study ambitions, which is why if you complete our Employability Plus Gold programme or Changemaker Gold certificate alongside your studies and if you haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating* we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you, or support you into postgraduate study.

  *with a 2:2 degree classification or higher

  Course

  Highlights

  • International study trips.
  • Study skills training and work modules available.
  • Flexible and diverse modules to specialise in your preferred area.
  • Guaranteed paid internship with the Northampton Employment Promise.

  HP Laptop and software included with this course.

  Open Days

  
• Course Details

  Our Human Geography degree course explores a range of topics, but specialises in human geography. This flexibility allows you to study the influence of humans on the environment.

  Within the programme, you will undertake a wide variety of activities and encounter new challenges that help support the theoretical underpinnings. Scientists must be able to explain their research to a wide range of audiences. This is particularly important for those studying the impact humans have on the world as this is an emotive subject with possible economic ramifications. This course will equip you with the skills you need to inform and influence people to effect positive changes at individual and governmental levels, including assessing the relevance of methodological options, presentation skills, and considering ethical demands.

  You will assess how issues in human geography affect the environment, including the biogeography and biodiversity of areas as well as how important repeatable, scientifically robust research is when reporting on environmental impacts and the effects of strategies to improve situations.

  Joint honours degrees allow you to study two subjects. You can study them both equally, or focus on one more than the other, creating a major/minor split.

  Visit our Twitter and Blog to see what we get up to on our course.

  Methods of Learning

  The course is taught through a mixture of lectures, seminars, practical sessions and field visits. Learning materials are made available through NILE (the University’s virtual learning environment) and are accessible at any time. Making the best use of electronic and internet resources is an important feature of our courses.

  Fieldwork is considered by many as vital to the nature of geography. It is an effective and fun method of learning and provides you with a number of desirable skills.

  Assessments

  There are some examinations, but our modules are mainly assessed through a variety of coursework assignments such as projects, practical reports, presentations, literature reviews, consultancy reports, blogs and essays. You will develop many skills throughout your degree, including IT, numeracy, teamwork, problem solving and both oral and written communication.

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  Additional

  Information

  Opportunities Abroad

  This course includes residential and day fieldwork trips within the UK and overseas. These opportunities help you to develop your skills and also visit sites that may be restricted for the general public.

  As well as local area visits, there is a residential trip to America where you will study the physical landscape, tourism and resource management.

  There is no charge for field visits within the UK, however the optional 15 night trip to the USA typically costs about £2,000.
  For photos of a recent trip to the USA view the flickr album.

• Careers and Events
  • The Northampton Employment Promise.

    *We promise to secure paid experience for you, if you need it.

    We work with employers to understand what they’re looking for and we’re confident that if you follow one of our structured awards, as well as committing to your studies you’ll be in a competitive position when it comes to applying for graduate jobs.

    We’re so confident, that we promise to secure a paid 3-6 month internship for you, if you need it. Find out more about the Northampton Employment Promise, including how it works and who is eligible.

    
  • Open Days

    Discover your Course

    Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.

    Each Open Day has a packed programme of subjects talks, advice sessions and activities designed to give you all the information you need about studying with us.

    To find out more about the day, please feel free to have a look at our Open Day Guide.

    
  • Careers

    Career Opportunities

    As geographers you will develop a unique portfolio of skills, knowledge and experience that make you suitable for a wide range of vocations. You will be able to collect, process, analyse and communicate all types of information. You will often work in teams, pooling your expertise so as to better understand complex problems. Such skills are valued highly by employers.

    Thanks to our innovative and distinctive approach to enhancing the employability of our graduates, they have a strong employment record, taking on roles in areas such as planning, teaching, local government and retail management.

    
• Requirements

  Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be BCC at A-Level or DMM at BTEC. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications.

  For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
    for study at undergraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

  Contacts

  Course enquiries
  study@northampton.ac.uk

  Application status enquiries
  admissions2019@northampton.ac.uk

  Current student enquiries
  SID@northampton.ac.uk

  International student enquiries
  international@northampton.ac.uk

  Enquire online
  Online enquiry form

  Applying for 2019
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  Office hours:
  Mon – Thu: 9am – 5pm
  Fri: 9am – 4.30pm

  Phone Call

  0300 303 2772

  +44 (0)1604 892134

  +44 (0)1604 892546

• Course Content
  • Stage 1
  • Stage 2
  • Optional Placement Year
  • Stage 3

  You will develop an understanding of the broad themes in the subject, such as sustainable development and geographical techniques. You will examine a wide range of issues and debates within Human Geography and the methods used to explore these. There is also a focus on sustainable development.

  • Introducing Human Geographies (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO1006

    Core Module Y
  • Geographical Techniques 1 (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO1013

    Core Module Y
  • Learning for Sustainable Development (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO1017

    Core Module Y

  Your second year modules build upon the issues explored during the first year. Topics include research methods, development geographies of Africa, transport geography and the exclusion of some social groups from rural and urban areas.

  • Approaches to Research in Human Geography (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO2029

    Core Module N
  • Issues in Human Geography (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO2028

    Core Module Y
  • Geography and Development 2 (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO2006

    Core Module N
  • USA Field Module (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO2104

    Core Module N
  • Transport and Mobility (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO2030

    Core Module N
  • Populations and Migrations (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO2032

    Core Module N

  • The Placement Year Experience: Organisations in Context (40 Credits)
    Module code: HRM2053

    Core Module Y

  The final year enables you to focus your studies on your own particular areas of interest. Typical modules include Children’s Geographies, Leisure, People and the Environment, and Sustainable Development. Students may also choose to undertake a dissertation in Human Geography.

  • Human Geography Dissertation1 (40 Credits)
    Module code: GEO4007

    Core Module N
  • Human Geography Project2 (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO4002

    Core Module N
  • Human Geography Joint Project3 (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO4003

    Core Module N
  • Geographers at Work (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO3030

    Core Module N
  • Leisure, People and the Environment (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO3019

    Core Module N
  • Children’s Geographies (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO3007

    Core Module N
  • Geographies of Sport (20 Credits)
    Module code: GEO3031

    Core Module N

  Module information is quoted for 18/19 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.

  Facilities &

  Special Features

  • Human Geography can be combined with a wide range of subjects
  • our academic staff are enthusiastic, experienced and excellent teachers
  • friendly and supportive environment, with individual support for learning and skills development
  • our study skills training and Geographers at Work module ensure you have the best opportunities to find work when you graduate
• Further Studies
  • Postgraduate Opportunities

    Further your Studies

    Our postgraduate courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt. Benefit from our 20% alumni discount on postgraduate fees to give yourself a CV that will catch the eye of employers.

    Managing Waste and Environmental Resources MSc

    
  • Research

    We are committed to delivering outstanding research that makes a difference to society. Our Research Institutes and Centres work closely with external partner organisations, locally, nationally and internationally. We produce internationally renowned and relevant research and disseminate knowledge on an international scale.

    Visit our Research Hub page for more information.

    
  • Business and Enterprise

    We are committed to supporting and encouraging business growth and we are involved in a variety of initiatives which seek to benefit the wider community as well as students and staff of the University.

    Discover what businesses we work with and what opportunities may be available to you on our Business and Enterprise pages.

    
• Fees & Funding
  • UK & EU
  • International

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250
  Part Time: £1,400 per 20 credit module

  18/19 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250
  Part Time: £1,350 per 20 credit module

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £12,500

  18/19 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £12,000

  Scholarships

  EU and International Scholarships

  A merit based scholarship of up to 30% or a £3,000 reduction in the cost of tuition fees for eligible students.

  Sir Thomas White Scholarship

  The Sir Thomas White scholarship will support and acknowledge an academically gifted student, with the proviso that the selection panel is confident that there is…

  TD Lewis Scholarship

  The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.  This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…

  The Chancellor's Fund

  The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply. The…

  The Reid Science and Engineering Bursary

  The Reid Science and Engineering Bursary supports a small number of undergraduate students who are studying a full-time three year BSc or BEng in Environmental…

  Wilson Endowment Scholarship

  The Wilson Endowment Scholarship provides a £1,500 scholarship to undergraduate students from the Northamptonshire area. The endowed scholarship was donated in memory of Mr Lynn Wilson,…

• Joint Honours Study

  We offer so many courses, it can be hard to choose just one. With a Joint Honours degree, you can study two courses, whether they are closely related or completely different. Depending on how much time you want to spend on each subject, your degree may emphasise one subject more than the other, which is a major and minor programme. Alternatively, you can study your subjects equally, resulting in a joint degree.

  Please visit our Joint Honours page for more information on Joint Honours courses and available Joint Honours combinations.

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