BSc Geography and Environment

Is this programme for me?

This degree is for you if you:

wish to acquire a thorough training in the subject of Geography
want to specialise in either the physical geography (the natural science branch) or human geography (the social science branch) of the subject
wish to develop an integrated environmental perspective.

Programme aims

To examine the reasons why people live where they live, why the mechanics of the earth's natural forces result in earthquakes, hurricanes and tidal waves, and how the latter impact on the former.

Programme structure

The degree consists of 12 units.

Prestige and career progression

The programme has been developed by academics at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), regarded as an international centre of academic excellence and innovation in the social sciences. This degree will prepare you for a career in areas of teaching, public service, or the legal, financial and accountancy fields.

Flexible study at a reasonable cost

You have between 3-8 years to complete the programme. The total fee payable to the University is £3,237. Please note that this figure does not reflect any annual fee increase and assumes completion in the minimum study period permitted.

Study materials

The study materials that we send you include:

Strategies for success – an academic advice and study skills handbook containing information about study techniques, planning your studies, making the best use of resources and preparing for examinations.
Student handbook.
Subject guides (offering advice on how to use textbooks).
Past exam papers and Examiners' reports - these resources are updated annually and are available to download.
Regulations.

Study support and online resources

You can either study independently at a pace that suits you, or enrol for additional classes at a local institution (either full time or part time) and benefit from the more formalized support this provides. See our Directory of Institutions for further information.

LSE arranges a Study weekend in February each year. This consists of short courses desgined to help you with examination preparation and technique. You will also have the opportunity to discuss your studies with subject specialists.
LSE also runs a Summer School each year, usually from July to mid-August, to which all students are welcome.
Online resources including Examiners' reports and past exam papers, the Student handbook, Regulations, unit information sheets, reading lists, a ‘News and notices’ section. It also contains the first four chapters of subject guides for most units. On registering you will also gain access to the Virtual Learning Environment.
Online Library giving access to Justis.com, JSTOR, ABI/INFORM, Academic Search Premier and Business Source Premier.

Summary of key dates

Application deadline	17 September (non-EU) 17 October (EU) in the year before you intend to sit your first exams
Registration deadline	30 November
Despatch of study materials	Shortly after your registration form is received
Examinations take place	May/June