BSc (Hons) Human Geography with Placement Year
Course Overview
This human geography course provides a comprehensive understanding of the critical relationship between society and space, equipping you to analyze and address the world's most pressing social and environmental challenges. You will develop a strong theoretical foundation while gaining hands-on experience through field trips and qualitative research within the dynamic urban laboratory of Manchester and beyond. The program offers flexible specialization pathways, including environmental sustainability and GIS, with opportunities for a professional placement or a year studying overseas.
Key Program Highlights
- Learn from internationally recognized research expertise in social, cultural, political, and economic geography
- Gain practical, hands-on research skills through field trips in Manchester and other global locations
- Choose specialist pathways in high-demand areas like Environmental Sustainability and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Option to broaden your horizons with a year on a professional industry placement or studying abroad
- Develop a critical understanding of global trends and local changes to become a skilled problem-solver
Course Overview
This human geography course provides a comprehensive understanding of the critical relationship between society and space, equipping you to analyze and address the world's most pressing social and environmental challenges. You will develop a strong theoretical foundation while gaining hands-on experience through field trips and qualitative research within the dynamic urban laboratory of Manchester and beyond. The program offers flexible specialization pathways, including environmental sustainability and GIS, with opportunities for a professional placement or a year studying overseas.
Key Program Highlights
- Learn from internationally recognized research expertise in social, cultural, political, and economic geography
- Gain practical, hands-on research skills through field trips in Manchester and other global locations
- Choose specialist pathways in high-demand areas like Environmental Sustainability and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Option to broaden your horizons with a year on a professional industry placement or studying abroad
- Develop a critical understanding of global trends and local changes to become a skilled problem-solver
