Mgeog Human Geography
Lincoln, United Kingdom
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Geography is an integrative subject that seeks to understand the relationship between human society and its environment, addressing some of the critical issues that are challenging our future.
Geography at Lincoln is designed to develop subject understanding and geographical skills progressively in the context of real-world problems, enabling students to apply their learning to contemporary global challenges. With Lincoln's unique focus on the 'safety and health of the inhabited Earth', our mission is to deliver a degree that is relevant to the global, environmental and societal challenges for the 21st century.
A belief in the importance of interdisciplinary knowledge to address major issues is at the heart of our approach. Our academics are experienced researchers investigating key and emerging issues across the spectrum of human and physical geography.
This MGeog programme allows students to further their expertise in a chosen area of Geography and to develop their understanding of geographical debates in the context of other disciplines. It focuses on advanced geographical skills, exposing students to contemporary interdisciplinary debates at the cutting-edge of the field, and enables students to pursue their research interests by completing an original research project that they report in a journal-style article.
"This information was correct at the time of publishing (July 2023)"
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships.
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the University of Lincoln website for more information.
Curriculum
How You Study
The first year enables students to become "geographers" in the true, interdisciplinary sense of the subject. The year provides a foundation with a series of core modules designed to integrate both physical and human geography skills and concepts. The first year consists of a range of physical and human geography modules which include both fieldwork and practical sessions, and provide the necessary groundwork for further study.
In the second and third years, students develop their own identities as geographers. These years focus on the human geography pathway but students also have the opportunity to study elements of both within the context of a broad interdisciplinary approach. Both years comprise a mixture of core modules covering GIS, research skills, social surveying techniques and fieldwork, as well as optional modules, designed to enable students to follow their interests. Students may take the opportunity to develop professional skills and experience by undertaking credited placement options, during the term, with leading local employers.
The fourth year supports students to take ownership of their studies and develop their own unique approach to geography. The year is heavily research-focused and designed to allow students to produce research that they carry out under staff supervision alongside taught modules to further develop as a postgraduate geographer. Taught modules currently focus on advanced research methods, contemporary interdisciplinary debates in geography, and foundational stages of research. Students will also be expected to develop presentation and communication skills related to research dissemination and public understanding, leading to enhanced understanding of social and environmental challenges.
Core skills students learn in gathering, collating and analysing data can be developed in extensive projects and fieldwork, in the UK and overseas. Students will also have the opportunity to develop skills in residential fieldwork, through placements and other activities, providing the chance to apply geographical knowledge in real-world settings, and put theory into practice.
The travel and accommodation costs of compulsory field trips are covered by the University. Students who choose to participate in any optional field trips, internships, or work experience are responsible for covering their travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
First Year
- A Sustainable Lincolnshire (Core)
- Earth Observation & GIS (Core)
- Earths Changing Surface and the Anthropocene (Core)
- Foundations of Human Geography (Core)
- Learning From Geographical Engagement (Core)
- People, Places, Patterns and Processes (Core)
- Sustainable Environments & Ecosystems (Core)
- The Earth System: Processes & Hazards (Core)
Second Year
- Cultural, Historical and Economic Geography (Core)
- Development Studies & the Global South (Core)
- Earth Observation, Modelling & Visualisation: Representing Reality & Understanding Change (Core)
- Geographical Data Analysis Methods (Core)
- Hazards and Society (Core)
- Human Geography Theory and Research (Core)
- Human Impacts on the Environment (Core)
- Biogeography & Planetary Health (Option)†
- Placement (Level 2) (Option)†
- SoG International Study Year (Option)†
Third Year
- Climate Change: Processes, Politics & Policy (Core)
- Environmental Management (Core)
- Geographies of Health & Wellbeing (Core)
- Geography Dissertation (Core)
- Rural Geography (Core)
- Environmental Histories of the New & Old World (Option)†
- Global Systems & Societies: Ageing, Migration & Mobility (Option)†
- Overseas Fieldwork (Option)†
- Placement (Level 3) (Option)†
Master's Level
- Current Issues in Planetary Health and the Biosphere (Core)
- Global Environmental Change and the Anthropocene (Core)
- MGeog Project Module (Core)
- Professional Research Skills in the Life and Environmental Sciences (Core)
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
How You Are Assessed
Students are assessed using multiple, diverse methods including coursework such as written assignments, blogs, reports or dissertations; practical tasks, fieldwork and presentations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. Both group and individual assessments are commonly used. The weighting given to each assessment method may vary across each academic year.
The University of Lincoln's policy on assessment feedback aims to ensure that all in-course assessments are returned to students promptly - usually within 15 working days after the submission date. The Department of Geography aims to provide continuing feedback to students through our tutorial system and scheduled "open office hours".
Program Outcome
How You Study
The first year enables students to become "geographers" in the true, interdisciplinary sense of the subject. The year provides a foundation with a series of core modules designed to integrate both physical and human geography skills and concepts. The first year consists of a range of physical and human geography modules which include both fieldwork and practical sessions, and provide the necessary groundwork for further study.
In the second and third years, students develop their own identities as geographers. These years focus on the human geography pathway but students also have the opportunity to study elements of both within the context of a broad interdisciplinary approach. Both years comprise a mixture of core modules covering GIS, research skills, social surveying techniques and fieldwork, as well as optional modules, designed to enable students to follow their interests. Students may take the opportunity to develop professional skills and experience by undertaking credited placement options, during the term, with leading local employers.
The fourth year supports students to take ownership of their studies and develop their own unique approach to geography. The year is heavily research-focused and designed to allow students to produce research that they carry out under staff supervision alongside taught modules to further develop as a postgraduate geographer. Taught modules currently focus on advanced research methods, contemporary interdisciplinary debates in geography, and foundational stages of research. Students will also be expected to develop presentation and communication skills related to research dissemination and public understanding, leading to enhanced understanding of social and environmental challenges.
Core skills students learn in gathering, collating and analysing data can be developed in extensive projects and fieldwork, in the UK and overseas. Students will also have the opportunity to develop skills in residential fieldwork, through placements and other activities, providing the chance to apply geographical knowledge in real-world settings, and put theory into practice.
The travel and accommodation costs of compulsory field trips are covered by the University. Students who choose to participate in any optional field trips, internships, or work experience are responsible for covering their travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Geography can offer a broad range of career opportunities for its graduates. These include roles in geographical information systems, social environmental consultancy, planning and public policy, management, teaching, and the financial sector. The Department's links with industry, business, and environmental regulatory agencies provide opportunities for internships and work experience.