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Overview
Physical Geography is the study of natural features, resources and environmental processes at the surface of the Earth. It aims to explain the pattern of landforms, soils, vegetation, hydrology, coastal features and climate by understanding the processes operating at the surface of the Earth.
The interactions between humans and the natural environment are studied using a systematic approach. You will gain the tools to apply knowledge of natural hazards, Earth surface processes and sustainable resource and land use across a wide range of situations.
Both undergraduate and postgraduate level degrees in Physical Geography are administered within the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences.
Undergraduate Information
BSc and BA major requirements
- GEOG/ESCI 111, GEOG 112, GEOG/ENVI 114, plus one of STAT 193, MATH 132, MATH 141, MATH 142, MATH 151 or MATH 161
- GEOG/ENVI 214, GEOG 215, GEOG 220, GEOG 223
- ESCI 301, GEOG 318, GEOG 319, GEOG 323
Postgraduate Information
Postgraduate Qualifications in Physical Geography
How To Find Out More
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Physical Geography courses are taught within the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences, Cotton Building, blocks A and B.
List of Courses
| 400 Level Physical Geography Courses |
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PHYG 414 – Natural Hazards and Risk: physical and human dimensions |
PHYG 415 – Special Topic A: Introduction to Geographic Information Science and Systems (GIS) |
PHYG 416 – Special Topic B |
PHYG 417 – Hydrological Processes and Modelling |
PHYG 418 – Geomorphology and its Application |
PHYG 420 – Water Resources |
PHYG 423 – Field Geomorphology |
PHYG 440 – Directed Individual Study |
PHYG 489 – Research Project |
| 500 Level Physical Geography Courses |
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PHYG 580 – Research Preparation |
PHYG 591 – Thesis |