Geography (Physical)

Examine the processes and patterns that shape the natural world around us with our bsc geography (physical) degree. this three-year course will deepen your understanding of how our physical environment works, responds, and adapts to change. it also offers you the chance to help address issues critical to our shared global future

Geography arms you with the ability to see the big picture. the intellectual, technical and team-working skills and knowledge you develop during your degree are sought by employers– and 94% of leavers are in work and/or study 15 months after the end of their course (graduate outcomes survey, 2018/19, based on first degree responders from geography and environmental science). add your voice to the development of renewable energy, protect ecological diversity by joining a wildlife conservation organisation, or provide support and planning to mitigate natural disasters through flood relief. you could lend your skills to a career in national government or ngos, channel a passion for science into teaching, or join one of the many sectors where a geography degree is highly regarded, such as construction and engineering. recent bsc geography (physical) graduates have gone on to work for organisations including: department of education, food and rural affairs dynasafe bactec infrastructure design studio wsp global north somerset district council.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Reading has partnerships with the following companies: