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MA (Hons) Geography, Society and Environment

Heriot-Watt University 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
MA (Hons) Bachelor English

Course Overview

Course Overview This degree in Geography, Society, and Environment explores the dynamic relationship between people and their surroundings, focusing on urban development, social policy, and the design of our cities. You will develop essential practical skills through fieldwork and site visits, alongside core competencies in data analysis and research methods. The program prepares you for a professional career by connecting academic theory with real-world problem solving in multi-disciplinary environments. Key Program Highlights Hands-on field trips in the UK and abroad to develop skills in surveying, mapping, and data collection Core curriculum in statistics and research methods applied to a final-year dissertation project Direct links to industry through visiting professionals and practitioner mentoring in your third year Problem-based learning designed to mirror real-world, multi-disciplinary team environments Strong graduate employability, with 75% of graduates in highly skilled work within 15 months

Available Intakes

September 2026
CampusHeriot-Watt Edinburgh Campus
CityEdinburgh
ModeFullTime
Duration48 Months
FeeGBP 19,744