• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

Aberystwyth University’s Department of Geography and Earth Sciences is one of the most established and experienced departments of its kind. Aberystwyth University offers you the unique opportunity to study geography in one of the most picturesque locations in Europe and undertake a year studying with one of our International or European partners.

Set on the coast of Cardigan Bay and surrounded by a great diversity of beautiful environments, including marine, moorland, mountain and grassland, the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences is uniquely placed to make the most of the stunning landscapes that surround it, providing you with a fabulous variety of fieldwork and recreational opportunities. This degree is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) and will equip you with the enhanced skills, abilities and expertise to face and engage with the challenges facing society today.

What will I learn?

The breakdown below will provide you with an illustration of what you may study during the four year degree scheme.

In your first year you will be introduced to:

• key concepts in geographical study
• issues and techniques in the collection, analysis and presentation of geographical data
• climate change
• landscape processes
• economic development
• globalization

In your second year you will develop further your:

• laboratory and computer research skills in preparation for your independent research project
• analysis of quantitative and qualitative datasets
• knowledge of producing maps and other graphical representations of geographical data

You will also participate in a residential field trip in the UK or overseas and you can choose optional modules to specialise or simply maintain a broad interest across Geography.

In your third year you will embark on your study placement.

In your final year you will:

• undertake an independent research project involving collection, analysis and interpretation of your own data
• be allocated your own advisor who will provide expert guidance;
• take optional modules as diverse as glaciology, hydrology, volcanic hazards, past climate change, urbanisation, and rural change which will enable you to tailor your study to suit your interests.

Employability

What can I do with a degree in Geography?

Our graduates have, for example, found employment as environmental consultants, planners, civil servants, surveyors, and in education amongst many other things.

Employability is embedded within all courses provided by us. Our degrees provide a solid foundation for a vast array of careers across a range of sectors. In a rapidly shifting global economy, our graduates are adaptable and able to draw on a range of transferable skills, ensuring that they are always in demand.

The skill sets include:

• enhanced mathematical and computational skills
• effective problem solving and creative thinking skills
• information technology skills
• the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• time-management, organisational skills
• communication skills both written and oral
• self-motivation and self-reliance.

所属院系

中国学生入学要求

课程信息

学制：全日制(4 年)

学费：£13,600.00 (¥ 121,685) /年

开学时间：2022九月27日

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留学地点：Main Site (Aberystwyth)Penglais Campus,Penglais Road,Aberystwyth,Ceredigion,SY23 3DD, Wales