We got voted 1st in the UK for student satisfaction - again!
We were voted 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in Human Geography in the National Student Survey again - after our success as 1st in 2022
Department of Geography and Environment
Studying Geography at Aberdeen
What do you study in geography? A glimpse into our new first year course 'The Anthropocene'
In this exciting new first year course, our first year students learn how humans have shaped the world we live in.
Learn about our new first year geography course on the Sustainable Development Goals
In this new first year course, our students learn about progress and challenges related to the Sustainable Development Goals, such as responsible consumption, clean water, and climate action.
From Geography graduate at the University of Aberdeen to Climate Change Coordinator
Meet Katherine Andrews who graduated with a BSc in Geography in 2019 and currently works as a Climate Change Coordinator at The Highland Council, Inverness.
Study Geography at the University of Aberdeen
Come and study Geography with us - we offer excellent teaching in physical and human geography leading to highly skilled graduates entering the job market.
Nurah Niazy - Geography student
“The Geography staff members create a supportive environment that continues to be a great source of inspiration to me.”
Erin Gilchrist - Geography student
“I have loved studying Geography at Aberdeen as it has allowed me to take a wide variety of courses which cover many different topics.”
Croy Langlands - Geography student
“Geography at Aberdeen provides exciting opportunities, including field excursions and many study abroad options, which really bring the subject alive!"
Jennifer Pirie - Geography student
“Studying Geography at Aberdeen is great! Courses are diverse and opportunities are made available to you which helps enhance your studies.”
Joanne McDonald- Geography student
The geography staff are great and really take the time to get to know you. The department offers a diverse range of interesting courses and there are plenty opportunities to study abroad!”
Geography & Environment accredited by RGS-IBG
The Department of Geography and Environment is pleased to announce that it has received formal accreditation of its BSc and MA courses by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).
Latest News from our Geography Department
New MSc in Sustainable Water Management launched
In our new Master programme, students will gain the skills to address complex issues such as water security and the impacts of climate and land use change on water resources
Our department in the media: A Story of Ice and Fire
The Economist magazine puts Geography Profs Matteo Spagnolo and Brice Rea's study of volcanic glaciers in the spotlight, suggesting that glaciers could be used as a powerful tool to monitor volcanoes
How to increase biodiversity in agriculture
Researchers at the University of Aberdeen contribute to development of a new handbook for policymakers that aims to increase biodiversity in agriculture through agri-environmental schemes
Carbon Accumulation | Falkland Islands
Researchers Dmitri Mauquoy, Clemens von Scheffer and Tom Theurer recently travelled to the Falkland Islands to sample the peatlands there.
New research indicates Earth last had no glaciers around time of dinosaurs
Scientists from University of Aberdeen contributed to new research indicating Earth has had glaciers for 26 million years longer than previously thought, almost since the time of the dinosaurs
New book 'How to Think About Cities' published
Human geographer Joe Pierce has a new book coming out in November 2022. The book argues for a 'place-framing' approach to thinking about how cities are contested.
Ancient Glaciers and Climate
Prof. Matteo Spagnolo recently visited the Peruvian Andes along with Prof. Brice Rea, PhD student Lucy Ashpitel and a team of colleagues to undertake research on past glaciers and climate changes.
Hydrology research in Aberdeen shows how to protect whisky production during droughts
Researchers from the University of Aberdeen worked with The Glenlivet distillery to introduce nature-based solutions to address water scarcity and protect whisky production in a Speyside distillery
Major new study shows role beavers could play in restoring Scotland's rivers
Hydrologist Dr. Josie Geris at the Geography Department at the University of Aberdeen led a study that showed how beaver dam building could help address water management challenges in Scotland
Geography students and staff Beach Clean
We conducted a Beach Clean for geography staff and students in partnership with the Turning the Plastic Tide project and cleaned up 17 kilograms of microplastics from the Donmouth!
Our Research - Postcards from the Field
Get a glimpse into the research of our human and physical geographers in their postcards sent from across the globe.
Paula Duffy - Taiwan
Will Harcourt - Svalbard, Norway
Katrin Prager - Scotland
Matteo Spagnolo - Italian Alps
Emma Cary - United Kingdom
Tim Mighall - Tiree, Scotland
Lydia Sam and Anshuman Bhardwaj - Himalaya
Flurina Wartmann - Scottish Highlands
Ed Schofield - Greenland
Albert Mvula - Scotland
