Geography

Geography is a subject which aims to understand the nature of the physical and human environment whilst unravelling the debates surrounding the contemporary challenges facing the world today. The subject appeals to those who want a greater understanding of the world we live in, from the physical processes that underpin and impact life on Earth to the growing influence of the human society in which we live. Geography is a hugely important and relevant subject today due to the growing awareness of environmental destruction, inequalities and geopolitical conflicts.

 

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Enrichment 

Our department knows that to really understand the planet we live on we need to get out and study it. Fieldwork is integral to the course, and we are regular visitors to Juniper Hall in Dorking and the Living Rainforest in Berkshire. The most exciting trip for the Geography Department is the biennial Easter excursion to Iceland, where students have the opportunity to explore plate tectonics, volcanoes, glaciers and geothermal parks.