Aberystwyth University’s Department of Geography and Earth Sciences is one of the most established and experienced departments of its kind. Aberystwyth University offers you the unique opportunity to study geography in one of the most picturesque locations in Europe.
Set on the coast of Cardigan Bay and surrounded by a great diversity of beautiful environments, including marine, moorland, mountain and grassland, the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences is uniquely placed to make the most of the stunning landscapes that surround it, providing you with a fabulous variety of fieldwork and recreational opportunities. This degree accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) will equip you with the skills, abilities and expertise to face and engage with the challenges facing society today.
Why study Physical Geography at Aberystwyth University?
This programme has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).
As a large dynamic Geography community we are able to offer you an extremely broad range of geographical specialism, opportunities and facilities:
What can I do with a degree in Physical Geography?
Our graduates have, for example, found employment as environmental consultants, planners, civil servants, surveyors, in and in education among many other things.
Employability is embedded within all courses provided by us. Our degrees provide a solid foundation for a vast array of careers across a range of sectors. In a rapidly shifting global economy, our graduates are adaptable and able to draw on a range of transferable skills, ensuring that they are always in demand.
The skill sets include:
Work experience:
If you're interested in taking part in a Year in Industry, then you may be interested in our sister course Physical Geography with Integrated Year in Industry (F846). The syllabus is identical to this course (F840), however you undertake your work placement in between your second and final year of studying.
International Exchange Opportunities:
For those who would like study with one of our partner Universities within Europe and the rest of the world, then the course Physical Geography with Integrated study abroad may appeal to you (F845). This course is identical to F840, however you will study abroad in between your second and final year.
Academic qualification equivalents:
English language requirements (one of the below):
Type of Institution | Public |
Campus Setting | Urban |
Endowment | £48.4 million |
Number of campuses | Three campuses |
Number/Percentage of International Students | 18% |
Total number of Professors | 395 |
Student Satisfaction Rate | 90% |
Graduate Job Rate | 92% |
Number of Residence Vacancy | 3100 |
International Fee | £13,200-14,750 |
Number of Academic Programmes | Undergraduate & Postgraduate |
Mode of Programme | Full time, online and distance learning |
Scholarship Investment | £40,000 |
Average Graduate Salary | £18,500 a year |
Residential Investment | £45 million |
Cost | Amount per annum (GBP) |
---|---|
Tuition fees | 13,600 – 16,800 |
Food, Laundry & Toiletries | 1,800 |
Books, Equipment & Stationery | 150 |
Social | 1,170 |
Clothing | 200 |
Travel Home | 200 |
T.V. Licence | 150.50 |
Extras | 400 |
Total | 17,670.5 – 20,870.5 |
Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) | MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK | £850 to £1,050 a month |
Entrance Exams in UK | TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590 |
Work and Study in UK | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in UK | 2 Year after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in UK | £348 |
Student Visa in UK | Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory. |
Intakes in UK | There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October. |
Top Job Sectors in UK | IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc. |
Economy in UK | Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
£ 16,300
Total
£ 16,300