Geography Degree
After sixth form or college. A-level Geography is usually expected at leading universities. Courses can lean towards physical (science) or human (social science) geography.
- Level 6
- 3–6 years
- After sixth form or college
- 160 courses at 68 places
- Typical entrants around 112 UCAS points
- Median salary after 15 months £28,000
- after 3 to 5 years £31,500
Entry requirements
- With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Geography, Biology, Maths. Typical: A*AA–BBB.
Careers it leads to
- Town planner: Decides how land and places are used and developed.
- Environmental consultant: Advises organisations on pollution, land use and sustainability.
- Conservation or ecology officer: Protects habitats and wildlife, often working outdoors.
Where to study it
A selection of universities. Open WayWhat for every course, with entry points, salaries and distance from home.
- University of Oxford
- University of Cambridge
- Durham University
- London School of Economics
- University of Bristol
- University of Exeter
- University of Leeds
- University of Southampton
Revision guides
A-level Geography · A-level Biology · A-level Maths
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