During the first, you will have the opportunity to study the fundamentals of the natural and human environment including modules that encompass the nature of landscapes, environmental systems and their relationship with society. The geography and natural hazards degree will be framed within the context of natural hazards and the disaster management cycle. For example, we explore why particular communities are more vulnerable to the impacts of natural hazards and their capacity to mitigate these effects. You will also have the opportunity to learn skills in geographical research including statistical analysis, laboratory analysis and Geographical Information Systems (GIS).

Modules
A Changing Environment – 20 credits
Dynamic Landscapes – 20 credits
Research/Practical Toolkit – 20 credits
People and Place – 20 credits
Global Environmental Issues – 20 credits
Sustainable Environments – 20 credits
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

In the second, you will have the chance to study optional modules to gain an in-depth understanding of the physical processes that govern natural hazards and the behaviour of the physical and human environment in relation to hazard events. We also aim to develop your skills in quantitative and qualitative research including data collection, data handling, critical analysis and methods of reporting.

Modules
Climate Change – 20 credits
Applied GIS and Remote Sensing – 20 credits
Hydrometeorological Hazards – 20 credits
Geohazards – 20 credits
Fieldwork and Research Applications – 20 credits
Sustainable Environments in Society: Developing Solutions – 20 credits
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to do a work placement, you will pay a reduced tuition fee3 of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.

Modules
UK Work Placement – 0 credits
International Study/Work Placement – 0 credits
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

Year three aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from one and two. You will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with geoinfomatics, quaternary environments, and nature-based climate solutions, amongst others.

Modules
Emerging Hazards – 20 credits
Research Dissertation – 20 credits
Global and Comparative Field Studies – 20 credits
Optional module, 1 from the following 2:
Optional modules, 2 from the following 3:
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.