Human Geography

Human geographers are crucial in addressing the many challenges societies across the world face today. Whether exploring individual experiences of food insecurity or collective responsibility for sustainable development, the course allows you to study the complex interactions between people, places and planet. And examine trends in human behaviour such as migration and economy.

You’ll draw on the experiences and research of expert leaders in the field – some have even helped recreate London life through the ages on BBC’s Who Do You Think You Are. You’ll think critically and creatively about the world we live in. Learn sought-after practical skills in qualitative and quantitative data analysis. And develop knowledge of a wide range of contemporary issues.

Diverse opportunities

Studying in the vibrant heart of east London, you’ll join a thriving community of students and academics from over 35 countries. You’ll have the chance to develop real-world skills through fieldwork in the UK and other locations such as Belfast or Boston. And expand your learning through collaborations with London museums and art organisations.

Passionate about examining colonial lives and afterlives? Or keen to discover the secrets of grassroots social movement success? You’ll tailor your degree to your interests, with a wide range of optional modules exclusively on human geography topics to choose from. Then design your own research project in your final year with guidance from our experts.

A degree in human geography opens up endless options. You’ll have the skills you need for a career in social science research and consultancy, data analysis or risk management. However, you’ll also be a great match for roles with an economic and project management focus. With the 1:1 support of our careers team, your CV will be ready and dazzling in no time.

Compulsory Modules
Year 1:
• Sustainable Transitions (Malta Fieldclass)*
• Global Worlds
• Cities and Regions in Transition
• Critical Geography: Environment and Society
• Reinventing Britain
• Planetary Emergencies: From Analysis to Action
• Introduction to Research Methods
For full details on all of our modules please go to the online module directory.
*Fieldwork module. Flights, shared accommodation, transport in Malta and meals will not cost you anything extra on this compulsory module. Students are responsible for securing their own visas, if required.

Modules are assessed through a combination of coursework and examination. Coursework may include extended essays, short reports, posters, oral presentations and group work.
Students must also complete a final-year independent study project of 10,000 words, based on an original study of their choice.