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Geography

University of Edinburgh

Venues

King's Buildings Campus

Content

Geography is the study of the way the world works. As a result, understanding geography is very important in this day and age.

You can study geography in two ways:

as a natural science through physical geography
as a social science or humanities subject, through human geography.

You can explore the physical processes of our planet, such as: volcanoes; flooding; and climate change.

You can also address human issues such as: sustainability; health; and social justice.

This programme is focused on human geography.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at AAAB (by end of S5 preferred) preferably including Geography plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5 at C.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at AABB (two sittings) preferably including Geography plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5 at C. Highers at BBB must be achieved in one sitting.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

MA Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

L700

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

College of Science and Engineering

Department

Geosciences

SCQF Level

10

Website

www.ed.ac.uk