Applied Geography BSc (Hons)

Fieldwork

Fieldwork and site visits form an essential part of all our courses. We make extensive use of our unrivalled local environment, which includes the UNESCO Dorset and East Devon World Heritage Coast, the Isle of Wight and the New Forest.

In the second year all our undergraduate courses involve local fieldwork and students also have the opportunity to participate in research expeditions overseas. In the past these expeditions have been to such places as Iceland, Mexico and South America. In fact many of our students chose to undertake their independent research projects whilst participating on these research trips.

All fieldwork that is part of a credit-rated unit, with the exception of research projects, is included in your course fees. Overseas fieldwork is not included in your fees, but we do provide travel bursaries each year to support you to gain such valuable experience. Fieldwork provides an opportunity for you to consolidate your learning through practical application.

Key Facts

Next start dates:
September 2012, September 2013

Location:
Bournemouth University (Talbot Campus)

School:
School of Applied Sciences,

Duration:
3 years full-time with two 5-week placements (or 4 years with a 40-week placement); 6 years part-time

Delivery method:
Full-time, Part-time

Entry requirements:
For 2012 entry: 300 tariff points, typically from 3 A-levels or equivalent.
For 2013 entry: 300 tariff points, including 100 from one required subject (e.g. B at A-Level). BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM
Further details about entry requirements

Required subjects:
You will be required to have at least one of the following subjects: Geography, Environmental Science, Biology, History, Chemistry, Applied Science, Physics, Maths, Information Technology, Geology.

Recommended GCSEs:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs grades A* - C including a Science, Maths and English or equivalent qualifications

If English is not your first language:
IELTS 6.5 (Academic) or above.
International entry requirements

UCAS code:
F800

Course reference:
BSAGF

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