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
Undergraduate Geography
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).
Geography addresses key issues
Geography is key to understanding and resolving many of the most pressing problems faced by society, including climate change, poverty, energy transitions and environmental conservation.
Our programme reflects modern Geography
Our degree program reflects modern day Geography, with option courses paralleling the department’s research strengths in both human and physical Geography.
High employability
Our curriculum is focused on employability, with core courses on the degree program aimed at producing highly skilled graduates who can think critically and help develop solutions to a range of issues
Accredited programme
This programme has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).