Program Overview
The Human Geography at Northumbria University is a Master programme in Humanities over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Human Geography programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Geography programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to the Physical Environment
- Introduction to Human Geography
- Geography Fieldwork
- Academic Skills and Personal Development
- Exploring Geographical and Environmental Data
- Geographies of Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Standard Entry
GCSE requirements- A good GCSE profile is expected including Maths and English Language at minimum grade C or equivalent
- 320 UCAS Tariff points including one or more of the following:
- From at least 2 GCE/VCE A Levels, including GCE A level Geography at grade B
- Distinction, Distinction, Merit including Geography
- ABBBB at Higher level, BBB at Advanced Higher, including Geography
- AAABB including Geography
- 31 points including Geography at Higher Level
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northumbria University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Northumbria University
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The University of Northumbria at Newcastle, which operates as Northumbria University, is a public research university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East of England. It has been a...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 48 months