Geography and Environmental Science

Description

UCAS Code: LF77

This joint Honours BSc degree includes core courses and options from the single Honours degrees in Geography and Environmental Science.

Geography and Environmental Science at Dundee will provide you with the opportunity to examine some of the most exciting and challenging questions concerning the world's human and physical environments. Explore issues ranging from global concerns, such as climate change or relationships between the developed and developing worlds, to more local matters such as flooding and urban regeneration.

Students will learn how to apply their knowledge in order to analyse and solve a wide range of environmental, social and regional problems.

Our programme is interdisciplinary with teaching staff drawn from a wide range of academic areas. This means that you will benefit from exposure to methods, facilities and research agendas that span the environment from life sciences including chemistry and biology, through hydrology, remote sensing, geology, geomorphology, oceanography and physics, to environmental planning and management.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 2060 Year (EEA)
• EUR 10420 Year (Non-EEA)

Tuition fees are approximate and dependent upon currency exchange rates.

• English

Course Content

This joint Honours BSc degree includes core courses and options from the single Honours degrees in Geography and Environmental Science. Please see those degrees for more details.

Requirements

- Minimum Requirements:

SQA Higher: ABBB

GCE A-Level: BCC

ILC Higher: ABBB

IB Diploma: 30 points with 5, 5, 5 at HL

- Essential Subjects:

Biology or chemistry or physics (H, A-L, ILC H, HL).

- Advanced Entry (to level 2):

SQA Advanced Higher: BB+BB (H) in different subjects

GCE A-Level: ABB

IB Diploma: 34 points with 6, 6, 5 at HL

- Essential Subjects:

Biology or chemistry or physics (AH, A-L, HL).

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Dundee.

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Geography and Environmental Science at the University of Dundee offers students an in-depth understanding of the complex interactions between human societies and their natural environments. This interdisciplinary program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing graduates for diverse careers in environmental management, urban planning, conservation, and related fields. Throughout the course, students explore physical geography topics such as geomorphology, climatology, and environmental processes, alongside human geography aspects including cultural, economic, and political geography. The curriculum emphasizes sustainability and the importance of addressing environmental challenges globally and locally.

Students benefit from a blend of classroom-based instruction, fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and digital mapping techniques, fostering a hands-on approach to learning. The program is designed to develop critical thinking, data analysis, and communication skills, which are essential for careers in environmental consultancy, policy development, geographic information systems (GIS), and research. The University of Dundee's strong links with industry and governmental organizations provide opportunities for placements and real-world experience, enabling students to apply their knowledge in practical settings.

Additionally, the program incorporates modern technological tools like GIS and remote sensing, preparing students for technologically advanced roles. Optional modules allow students to specialize further in areas such as environmental conservation, sustainable development, or urban geography. The university's vibrant academic community and diverse student body create a stimulating environment for interdisciplinary learning and cultural exchange. Graduates from the program are well-equipped to contribute effectively to addressing pressing environmental issues and to pursue further postgraduate studies in related disciplines.