Advance your understanding of human geography, research methodologies, and effective communication. Develop specialised expertise by delving deeply into specific areas of interest, gaining comprehensive knowledge, and honing your skills to become a recognised authority in your chosen field.
Explore cutting-edge debates in human geography and environmental science. Our taught Research in Human Geography MSc offers comprehensive research training in theoretical frameworks, advanced methodologies, and ethical considerations. You’ll gain hands-on experience with the latest tools and techniques, preparing you to tackle complex environmental challenges and contribute to meaningful solutions.
I decided to study at the University of Birmingham because of its academic reputation and research development.
Course Structure The course will run over 12 months in full-time mode. While the exact course content may vary, here is what you can expect to study each semester. This is based on a full-time Masters course.
In Semester 1, you will study:
You will also take one of the following optional modules:
In Semester 2, you will study the compulsory module:
You will also take 40 credits from the following optional modules:
In the summer period, students will complete their Research Project (60 credits).
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To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet our general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.
English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.
For this course we require IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, which is equivalent to:
If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.