| Full-time Duration: | 1 year |
| School: | School of Geography |
| Validation Status: | Validated |
| UCAS Code: | L701 |
Introduction
Geography is an integrative subject that seeks to understand the relationship between human society and its environment, addressing some of the critical issues that are challenging our future. The Certificate of Higher Education in Geography is a one year programme of study which allows students to study a series of core modules designed to integrate both human and physical geography skills and concepts. This approach aims to provide a foundation for students to become “geographers” in the true, interdisciplinary sense.
Modules
All Level 1 modules of the BA (Hons) Geography and BSc (Hons) Geography programme must be successfully completed for the award of the Certificate of Higher Education. The programme has been designed to give students the opportunity, upon completion, to progress directly into Level 2 of the full degree programmes.
What You Need to Know
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.
Assessment
Students are assessed using multiple, diverse methods including coursework such as written assignments, blogs, reports or dissertations; practical tasks, fieldwork and presentations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. Both group and individual assessments are commonly used. The weighting given to each assessment method may vary across each academic year.
The University of Lincoln's policy on assessment feedback aims to ensure that all in-course assessments are returned to students promptly. The School of Geography aims to provide continuing feedback to students through our tutorial system and scheduled “open office hours”.
Career Opportunities
This programme is designed to provide successful students with the opportunity to progress directly on to our full degree programmes. BA (Hons) Geography and BSc (Hons) Geography can provide a broad range of career opportunities, including roles in the geographical information system industry, social and environmental consultancy, land use planning and policy, teaching, management, and the financial sector.
About the Certificate of Higher Education
As part of the University’s commitment to widening participation, our Certificate of Higher Education (Cert HE) programmes offer an alternative route for applicants who have accepted an offer from the University of Lincoln but have not quite achieved the requirements for direct entry onto their chosen degree programme.
Learn more about a Certificate in Higher Education from the University of Lincoln.