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BSc (Hons) Geography and International Development

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Course Overview

Birkbeck’s BSc Geography and International Development gives you the skills and knowledge to understand our changing physical and social environment, and how this impacts on the challenges facing our contemporary world, with a particular focus on international development.

Led by leading researchers in the field, you will discover the multiple connections between space, place, culture, power, and physical landscapes in which we live, addressing issues such as climate change, the causes and impact of global inequalities, and how we live together in an increasingly urban world. You will learn key geographical skills in your first year and then tailor your degree to your interests, by drawing from a range of option modules in the fields of:

International development

human and environmental geography

geographic information systems (GIS).

Graduates can pursue career paths in development NGOs, policy organizations, charities, or corporate social responsibility. Possible professions include:

social researcher

charity officer

human resources officer

higher education lecturer

policy adviser.

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

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB)

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

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 course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, and at least 6.5 in writing.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Politics and International Development

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Campus Name

Central London

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Course Level

Undergraduate

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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years

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Available Intake

October

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IELTS Score

6.5

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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

16020, (INT)

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