Geography is a broad subject, ideally suited to tackling the range of complex social, political, economic and environmental issues facing the contemporary world; from climate and environmental change, to inequalities in health, the growth of world cities and new patterns in international trade, migration and development. Studying geography will give you both the substantive knowledge and transferable skills needed to work in a wide range of areas within both the public and private sector, from urban and regional planning to international aid organisations, and from environmental management to advising businesses on sustainability issues. Students have access to first-class facilities, including brand new, state-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories, our own ICT suites, and specialist research centres in urban geography, micromorphology, and terrestrial and aquatic environments. Our staff play an important role in shaping current events, acting as advisers to the BBC, CNN, World Bank, UNESCO, Department of Health, HM Treasury, The Environment Agency and Natural England among others. Many geography modules include fieldtrips in the UK and abroad. Fieldtrips allow students to put their research skills into practice, for example studying hydrological restoration and management in the Florida Everglades or looking at experiences of national identity, multiculturalism and migration in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Our modules are delivered through a range of different teaching and learning methods. On average, you will spend 10 hours per week in a combination of lectures, seminars tutorials and practical classes. Class sizes range from introductory lectures in the first year (50-100 students) to smaller lectures and seminars (around 20-50 students) in the second and third years, with plenty of opportunities for group work and discussion. Most of our modules are assessed through a combination of coursework and examination. Coursework takes a variety of forms, including extended essays, short reports, posters, oral presentations and group work. You will also participate in problem-based learning (PBL), where you work in small, collaborative groups with guidance from the lecturer or seminar leader. Graduates from Queen Mary’s School of Geography go on to work in a wide variety of careers. Some apply their degree knowledge directly, entering careers in the environmental sector or international development, whilst others transfer skills gained during study into areas such as marketing or finance. Throughout their time at Queen Mary, students have access to a bespoke careers programme to prepare them for internships and graduate level work. This includes workshops on job hunting and job applications as well as employer events to facilitate networks and help students to explore their options.