Undergraduate courses

We offer a choice of exciting and challenging degree programmes. All of our undergraduate courses are designed in relation to professional validation and are delivered by experts in their fields.

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BSc / MEnvSci Environmental Science

Investigate how different physical and biological processes shape ecosystems and environments on Earth.

Undergraduate

Environmental Science BSc

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels ABB
UCAS code F900
3 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Explore the processes which impact the wide range of ecosystems and environments on Earth. You can tailor your degree to suit your interests and focus on specialisms such as climate change, conservation, sustainability and environmental quality and technology.
Undergraduate

Environmental Science MEnvSci

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels AAB
UCAS code F902
4 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Initially following the flexible structure of the BSc Environmental Science, this four-year integrated masters includes an additional year featuring an independent project of your choice. The course provides in-depth research and professional skills training.

BA Geography (Human) / BSc Geography (Physical) / BA Geography & Planning / MGeogSci Geography 

Understand how human and natural processes shape our environment - develop the skills to address major global issues such as environmental pollution and poverty.

Undergraduate

Geography and Planning BA

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels ABB
UCAS code LK74
3 years
/ Full-time

Combining human geography with planning, this course allows you to tackle issues of environmental and social justice within the context of urban development.
Undergraduate

Geography BA

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels AAB
UCAS code L700
3 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Explore the relationship between people and the planet with our human geography degree. You'll learn how to address key global challenges such as climate change, poverty and inequality, geopolitical uncertainty, urbanisation and food insecurity.
Undergraduate

Geography BSc

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels AAB
UCAS code F800
3 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Examine patterns and processes in the natural environment with our physical geography degree. You’ll develop practical skills in the field and address global issues such as natural hazards, climate change and rising sea levels.
Undergraduate

Geography MGeogSci

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels AAA
UCAS code F804
4 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Initially following the structure of the BSc, our four-year MGeogSci features an integrated masters. This gives you the chance to build on your knowledge of natural processes through an advanced research project.

BA Global Sustainable Development

From climate change to poverty and inequalities to security - you’ll develop the skills to examine emerging global issues, and how you can make a positive difference to the world around you.

Undergraduate

Global Sustainable Development BA

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels AAB
UCAS code L800
3 years
/ Full-time

Take an interdisciplinary focus on international development, examining global issues through the lens of social justice and sustainability. You will benefit from innovative practice-based learning, and develop your professional skills in research, ethics, policy analysis and stakeholder management.

Urban Studies and Planning MPlan / BA Urban Studies

Develop the skills, knowledge and experience to help shape the urban and built environment for future generations.

Undergraduate

Urban Studies and Planning MPlan(UG)

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels ABB
UCAS code K400
4 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Gain the skills, knowledge and qualification to enter planning and related professions with our four-year integrated masters degree.
Undergraduate

Urban Studies BA

2025-26
/ September start
A Levels ABB
UCAS code L722
3 years
/ Full-time

Study the past, present and future of urban and built environments using cutting-edge theories and practices in politics, economics, design, sociology, environmental studies and geography.

Foundation year courses

Our foundation year courses are designed to give people without standard university entry qualifications the best possible preparation for success on the degree of their choice.

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