Geography

Curriculum

Rationale

The curriculum emphasises knowledge, application and behavioral change. It enables learners recognise the responsibilities the learners have in relation to other people, the environment and long term sustainability of the planet. It develops critical thinking skills and life skills like map reading.

Overview

It is based on a clear set of values which
must be imparted to learners during the learning process.
At the heart of every subject there are generic skills that allow
development into life-long learners. 
Besides, there are also
cross cutting issues that are embedded across subjects to
enable learners understand the connections between the subjects and complexities of life.

By studying the Earth’s internal core, crust, oceans, atmosphere, and the solar system, we can gain a better understanding of how our planet works.

This course explores how maths, physics and computer modelling can all be used to help further our knowledge of Earth processes.

You’ll combine traditional observational and field skills with numerical and analytical fundamental science to understand the Earth more quantitatively.

You’ll benefit from our internationally leading research programme, as well as lectures and case studies from business and academic leaders.

As the course progresses, you’ll specialise in areas such as marine geophysics and geophysical techniques. You’ll also develop your computing expertise towards using specialist electronic mapping packages.

Our courses place a strong emphasis on fieldwork, where you’ll learn essential skills and apply your knowledge in real-world settings.

This includes the opportunity to build your familiarity with using technical equipment on a fieldwork trip to Cyprus.

Your final year culminates in the completion of a research project or dissertation, enabling you to explore an aspect of geophysics in greater detail.

Throughout your studies, you’ll also develop transferable professional skills such as group working, problem-solving and data analysis.