Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Geography)
Field of Study:
£19,853/Yr
Learning from leading researchers in the field, Students will discover the multiple connections between space, place, human culture and the physical landscape in which college live, addressing issues such as climate change, the causes and impact of inequalities, and how we live together in an increasingly urban world.
Students will learn key geographical skills in their first year and then tailor your degree to interests, by drawing from a range of option modules in the fields of human, physical, and environmental geography, geographic information systems (GIS) and international development.
The Geography programme at Birkbeck, University of London covers a range of subjects from globalisation to food security, water resources to gentrification, and culture and development to nature conservation. Students will also complete a dissertation or a literature review in an area of special interest to their, furthering the development of important skills in data collection and analysis.
Through a mix of classroom and local and international field-based teaching students will acquire theory and knowledge, practical skills, and research and project management experience, all of which will enhance their employability.
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| UCAS Application Deadline | |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | £19853 (GBP 19853) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements:
- Applicants must have completed higher secondary/all India senior school/higher school/intermediate certificate
- Students should have minimum grades between 60 to 80% depending on the board of completion
- Submit English Language Proficiency test scores
English Language Requirements:
- IELTS: minimum score of 6.5
- PTE: minimum 62
- TOEFL: minimum 79 in ibt
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Academic records: The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores and Successful applicants typically provide a score in the 50th percentile.
- Transcripts: Official transcripts from all educational institutions students have attended.
VISA & Work Study
VISA
If students are not from the UK and they do not already have residency here, students may need to apply for a visa.
The visa students apply for varies according to the length of students course:
- Courses of more than six months' duration: Student visa
- Courses of less than six months' duration: Standard Visitor visa
International students who require a Student visa should apply for their full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. If students are living in the UK on a Student visa, they will not be eligible to enrol as a student on Birkbeck's part-time courses (with the exception of some modules).
Career and Placement after Course
Career
Graduates pursue careers in the corporate sector, local and national government, planning, policy-making or environmental or development roles.
- Urban Planner or Community Development
- Cartographer
- GIS Specialist
- Climatologist
- Environmental Management
- Writer or Researcher
- Demographer
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student£ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Monica Cole Research Grant | Scholarship per student£ 1,291/Yr$1,291 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based | |
| 1st Formations Business Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 800/Yr$800 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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