is there any point in studying geography at uni?

hi, it just seems like there's not really a point unless you pair it with physics

Are you looking to continue working in the field? Geography was a really popular degree which dropped off but is making a return across the sector.

Alternatives such as animal science, bioscience, plant science and ecology have branched off the original geography degrees as people wanted something a bit less vague but that doesn't mean that there isn't a point in it.

Reply 2

FroggyNipNips

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i'm looking for a more human-based geography career but haven't narrowed it down to a particular job yet

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CCCU Official

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Original post by FroggyNipNips

i'm looking for a more human-based geography career but haven't narrowed it down to a particular job yet

There are some really good universities offering that as a degree and the course will have a ton of transferable skills but working in that sector sometimes requires specific qualifications so it's worth doing some research around careers to get a guide first, or visit a universities open day and chat to those already on the course to get their view as well.

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Hi,
I'm currently in my 3rd year studying Physical geography at Lancaster, and i've really enjoyed me degree especially modules surrounding coasts and hydrology. Geography seems to be one of the most broad degrees you can study, with lots of transferable skills, which makes it really employable if you want to stay in the environmental field, or get a job in a different sector.
If anyone has any questions about what its like to study geography at uni, feel free to ask!
-Jasmine (Lancaster student ambassador)

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Lancaster Student Ambassador

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Hi,

I thought I would message you as I have just completed my three-year degree studying BSc Geography.

I can assure you, there is very much a point in studying Geography as a degree. Geography is a brilliant degree because it goes into so many different topics, from ecology to volcanology, atmospheric sciences, and environmental sciences to more human-related topics like development, sustainability, political geographies, and cultural geographies. I realised just how broad the subject is when I started my degree. I found it the perfect degree as I didn't really know what I wanted to do, and Geography allows you to dip your feet in a lot of different topics and specialise in those you are more interested in.

Additionally, employers favour geographers because during our degrees we learn a wide range of skills, such as statistical analysis, how to use software such as ArcGIS (mapping), and qualitative and quantitative analysis. Geography is really quite different to GCSE and A-Level in this sense. Also, pretty much everything relates to Geography in some way, Geographers are needed in many job roles because we provide different insights into the world and are skilled in a diverse array of disciplines. With the rise of climate change and ecological devastation, demand for geographers will probably only increase too - so we will always be needed, and lots of different types of jobs will be available for us.

I hope this helps,

Tyler (LU Postgraduate Ambassador)