MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip Geography

... United Kingdom
... Birkbeck University of London

Course Overview

Geography is a wide-ranging subject: from the study of physical landscapes on the one hand to cultural identity on the other, as well as how these two fields intersect. This breadth of subject matter is drawn together by our shared passion to understand the human and environmental patterns, processes, and associations that create our world.

Our postgraduate course in geography gives you the opportunity to choose from a broad range of modules to build a program with flexible study tailored to your own interests and professional needs. We offer modules designed to respond to contemporary issues, including the climate and ecological emergency, cities and urbanization, poverty and inequality, cultural change, nationalism, identity, gender, migration, and international development.

You will study with internationally recognized experts defining their field with ground-breaking research. This directly informs our teaching to create a lively, stimulating environment and provide you with the pivotal knowledge to develop a career in the sector.

Graduates can pursue career paths in business, environmental management, local government, policy work, and in environmental groups and charities. Possible professions include:

geographical information systems officer

nature conservation officer

policy researcher

environmental consultant

planning and development surveyor

town planner

market researcher

tourism officer.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

Usually a second-class honors degree (2:2 or above), or equivalent professional experience.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this program is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.5 in each of the sub-tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Science


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Campus Name

Central London


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 1 year


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

9810,

18030, (INT)


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Leicester, England

Entry Score

6.5

Course Level

Postgraduate

Total Course Fee

£ UK & International fees: £15,000

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Campus

Loughborough, England

Entry Score

6.5

Course Level

Postgraduate

Total Course Fee

£ 28100

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