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University of Gloucestershire
Undergraduate

Geography

BA (Hons)

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Study type
Full Time
Course length
2 Years
Campus
Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
UCAS Code
L702

Course overview

Population, migration, conflict, development, global crime, health and ageing. These present some of the most pressing social challenges of this century, are inherently geographical in nature and are the focus of our BA Geography degree.

You’ll join a course ranked:

1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the 2024, 2023, 2022 and 2020 Guardian University League tables
1st in the UK for teaching quality in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
1st and 2nd for teaching, assessment & feedback for Physical and Human Geography in this year’s National Student Survey

You’ll develop a world view, be exposed to a broad range of geographies and acquire an extensive set of research skills. You’ll find that the abilities you develop are readily transferable, with Geographers continuing to be one of the most sought-after graduates, able to turn their hand to a vast range of employment sectors.

You’ll have the opportunity to progress from field training in the UK in Year 1 to overseas field research in Year 2 and field placements in Year 3, forging unforgettable experiences with us in the landscapes of Europe, Africa and the Americas. You’ll also have the flexibility to select physical geography themes from our companion BSc Geography course, or to switch to the BSc up to the end of Year 2. There is also the opportunity to spend a semester in Year 2 at partner Universities in Canada, the USA or New Zealand.

With a focus on small class, practical and field learning, you will be assessed entirely through coursework to gain a truly representative measure of graduate attributes sought by future employers and for postgraduate study.

Gloucestershire is the only university in the UK to offer Geography as a fast-track 2 year format, alongside the standard 3 year and 4 year (with placement) courses. On this accelerated degree, you’ll make a substantial saving on tuition fees, accommodation and general living costs. The faster pace of study is made achievable by the well-structured degree at Gloucestershire, involving some concentrated intervals of work in the early summer.

To support your undergraduate journey, we also offer fee waivers, bursaries and awards, for both UK and International students. At the end, as a Gloucestershire graduate you can choose to pursue one of our postgraduate courses, receiving a priority offer and an alumni fees discount.

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Entry requirements

    • 112 – 128 UCAS tariff points from any level 3 qualification, which includes A-levels, BTEC, T-levels and many other qualifications. Please see the UCAS tariff calculator for a list of level 3 qualifications and associated tariff points.

      If you are unsure whether we could make you an offer or you have any questions, just get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you.

    • English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.

    • We welcome and encourage applications from mature students (aged 21 and over). If you are taking an Access to Higher Education Diploma you will need to pass 60 credits with at least 45 credits at Level 3.

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Fees and costs

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Start date Location UCAS code Fee (UK)
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Sep 2025 Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham L702 £11,100 £17,425
Sep 2026 Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham L702 TBC TBC

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UoG Career promise

At UoG we create a climate for bravery and growth. We instil confidence in all our students, so you can graduate career-ready and meet your ambitions.

95% of our graduates are in work or further study*, but if you’re not in a job 6 months after graduating we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support, followed by the offer of a paid internship to kickstart your career – plus we’ll commit to lifetime career coaching. Eligibility conditions apply.

*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2024 and based on 2021/22 leavers

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Find out how to use geographic information systems (GIS) to link crime hotspots and urban planning, analyse deprivation, perform suitability mapping for new retail locations, and evaluate the factors around urban growth.

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Choose a course consistently ranked highly for satisfaction

Over the last 6 years of the annual National Student Survey, our course has consistently scored 90% or more for overall satisfaction.

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Ranked 1st in the UK for student and teaching satisfaction

Our geography & environmental courses are ranked 1st in the UK for student and teaching satisfaction by the Guardian University Guide 2023.

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Ranked 1st in the UK for student satisfaction

Our geography & environmental courses are ranked 1st in the UK for student satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2024.

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Ranked 2nd in the UK for student experience

Our geography & environmental courses are ranked 2nd in the UK for student experience by The Times Good University Guide 2023.

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Ranked 3rd in the UK for teaching quality

Our geography & environmental courses are ranked 3rd in the UK for teaching quality by The Times Good University Guide 2023.

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Ranked 5th in the UK overall

Our geography & environmental courses are ranked 5th in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2023.

Placements

As part of your course you can gain valuable experience on an optional placement year.

  • Duration – 12 months, full-time (minimum 35 hours a week)
  • Location – popular destinations include the UK, USA, China and Europe
  • Visa – you may need a visa if you’re on placement abroad
  • Finance – your tuition fee is reduced for your placement year – and you can still apply for a maintenance loan and get money advice
  • Placement support – we’ll help you find a great placement and get the most out of the experience

 

 

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