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Bachelor of Physical Geography

Royal Holloway, University of London

  • Egham, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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Royal Holloway, University of London campus

About the program

A three-year full-time Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography taught in the School of Geography and Natural Sciences on Northumbria's City Campus in Newcastle.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply concepts and methods in Physical Geography to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Academic Skills and Personal Development (BSc)
  • Introduction to Physical Environments. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • National parks
  • Local government
  • Water and energy companies
  • Environmental consultancy
  • Policy
  • Teaching
  • Graduate schemes

Curriculum

  • Three-year full-time degree. Year 1 core: Geography Fieldwork
  • Academic Skills and Personal Development (BSc)
  • Introduction to Physical Environments
  • Environmental Challenges - Global to Local. Final-year core: Geography and Environment Dissertation. An optional placement or study abroad year is available.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • A Levels: BBB. Required subjects: We require English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4 (C) International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page.

Accepted academic background

A levels or equivalent (IB, European Baccalaureate, Country-specific qualifications), Some countries require an International Foundation Year before entry, GCSE/equivalent English and maths on some courses.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 88
  • Duolingo 120
  • PTE Academic 67
  • IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Graduation certificate when applicable
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Financial documentation
  • Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

  1. Check the course entry requirements and the UCAS equal-consideration deadline of 13 January 2027 (international applications are considered until 30 June 2027 if places remain) at official website 2. Apply through UCAS with Royal Holloway's institution code R72 and the course's UCAS code. Send a transcript or certificate if the Admissions Office asks (A level
  2. BTEC and IB results are verified through UCAS). No portfolio is required as standard. Reply to your offers by the UCAS deadline and apply for halls when accommodation applications open.

Other costs

Tuition per year£24,600 GBP
Application fee£75 GBP
Deposit£3,000 GBP

Program details

CampusEgham
Faculty or schoolSchool of Life Sciences and the Environment
DepartmentGeography
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value360
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteRoyal Holloway, University of London may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    13 Jan 2027

    60 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.