Geography

Highlights: Our MGeog Geography is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (RGS) with the Institute of British Geographers (IBG). Study to master’s level on this four-year integrated undergraduate degree programme. No need for a separate master’s application process and you’ll benefit from undergraduate fees and financial support. Leading research in nature and society, food poverty, development studies, political ecology and ideology, fluvial geomorphology and river histories, riverine pollution and catchment modelling, and natural hazards, disasters and communication. Develop geographical research skills, including field, lab and computer-based techniques. Put theory into practice with fieldwork in locations such as Eryri National Park, Anglesey, Cornwall, and Tenerife. Excellent teaching facilities, including specialist labs, dedicated field store with research-grade equipment and computers featuring industry-standard GIS software to support your learning and practical fieldwork. Course Overview: The additional fourth year of this integrated undergraduate master’s in Geography allows you to graduate with a master’s-level qualification. A focus on research and the inclusion of a relevant work placement is designed to boost your future employability. On this RGS-IBG accredited MGeog Geography, you will follow either the BA or BSc pathway in your first two years of study follow the curriculum of the corresponding Bachelor’s degree, with the same flexibility to choose topics across human, social, physical, economic and environmental geography. In the third year, you’ll develop research skills ready to tackle your own research project, in addition to the same optional specialist modules in either the human or physical side of the discipline. You’ll be taught by staff whose interdisciplinary research expertise spans from glacial and riverine environments to food geographies and rewilding. They’ll share insight into how the rivers, coastline, mountains, valleys and landscapes of north Wales and other parts of the world were formed. You’ll understand how humans have impacted their surroundings through, for example, housing, farming, industry and tourism. Our strong employer links include Eryri National Park Authority, Natural Resources Wales, UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, Dŵr Cymru/Welsh Water, the Environment Agency and Natural England. Some employers contribute guest lectures, whilst many offer opportunities for work placements. Our programme is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG). This accreditation recognises that our programme is aligned with the QAA Subject Benchmark Statement for Geography, and our good practice in teaching and learning. Accreditation supports the fact that we are delivering the knowledge, skills and other attributes expected of high-quality geography graduates. Read more Course options Placement Year What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September. Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience. How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements. Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University. We'll provide all the information you need…

IELTS 6.0 (5.5) overall (figure in brackets is the minimum in each component)

International students: £20,000

UK students: £9,790

UK/Home: £9,790

International: £20,000

September 2026

UCAS equal-consideration deadline

• Bangor, United Kingdom