Geography and Planning

Description

UCAS Code: LK74

This (MA) degree contains modules from both Planning and Geography. It provides students with elements of each course in one combined interdisciplinary programme.

The four-year MA (Honours) degree offers a range of subjects from business, the environment, humanities, and psychology. It has been designed to maximise flexibility in course choices both for the specialist and the generalist.

Well-qualified applicants may gain advanced entry to Level 2 of the degree programme and achieve an Honours degree in just three years.

The MA possesses the flexibility of the traditional Scottish degree structure in which students take at least two main subjects in both Levels 1 and 2 (Level 2 only for the Advanced Entry Honours degrees) and do not have to finalise their choice of degree course until Level 3 when they are better able to appreciate both the nature of the subjects they are studying and the relationships between them.

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

The four-year MA (Honours) degree offers a range of subjects from business, the environment, humanities, and psychology.

Level 1

- 6 modules, from three or four subject areas

Level 2 (possible advanced entry - see Entry Requirements)

- 6 modules, at least four of which should be at Level 2

Level 3 MA (Honours)

- Normally 4 modules from one (single Honours) or two (joint Honours)

Level 4 (Honours)

- Normally 4 modules from one (single Honours) or two (joint Honours) subject areas chosen in Level 3.

Requirements

- Minimum Requirements:

SQA Higher: ABBB

GCE A-Level: BCC

ILC Higher: ABBB

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

Geography (AH, A-L, HL).

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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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 Geography and Planning undergraduate program at the University of Dundee offers students an in-depth understanding of the physical and human aspects of geography, as well as practical skills in urban and regional planning. This interdisciplinary course combines theoretical knowledge with applied skills, preparing graduates for diverse career paths in environmental consultancies, government agencies, planning authorities, and related sectors. The program covers a wide range of topics, including environmental management, sustainable development, GIS (Geographic Information Systems), urban design, transportation, and land-use planning. Students have opportunities for fieldwork and practical exercises that enhance their understanding of real-world geographical and planning issues. The curriculum is designed to develop critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills, which are essential for tackling contemporary challenges such as climate change, urbanization, and resource management. The program is delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops, and project work, often involving collaboration with local authorities or organizations. There are also opportunities for industrial placements and internships, providing valuable professional experience. The university emphasizes research-informed teaching and encourages students to engage with current debates and advancements in geography and planning. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers as urban planners, environmental consultants, GIS specialists, or continue their studies at postgraduate level. The university maintains modern facilities and resources, including GIS labs and fieldwork equipment, and provides support for academic and career development throughout the course duration. Overall, the Geography and Planning program at Dundee aims to produce versatile professionals capable of contributing meaningfully to sustainable development and spatial planning solutions.