BSc Physical Geography
About this course
Explore Earth’s physical systems with Swansea’s BSc Physical Geography, featuring hands on fieldwork, specialist modules and skills for environmental careers. International students that have already submitted a UCAS application should apply via our Clearing System. Our BSc Physical Geography degree gives you a broad, research‑informed understanding of the Earth’s physical systems, bringing together themes from physical geography, environmental science and geology. You will explore topics such as climate change, natural hazards, pollution, coastal management, wildfires and geophysics, developing a strong foundation in the science behind environmental change. Throughout your degree, you will gain essential skills in writing, data analysis, statistics and critical thinking, alongside hands‑on laboratory and field‑based training. The programme offers the flexibility to tailor your module choices to your interests, allowing you to specialise in areas of physical and environmental geography that align with your academic strengths and future career ambitions. This degree is designed to help you understand and address global environmental challenges while building the practical and analytical skills needed to succeed in a range of geography‑related careers.
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