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Geography with Business

BA Hons UCAS Code

Course overview

Our Geography with Business BA combines the best of both worlds: the study of physical and human geography alongside a selection of modules from the university’s triple-accredited Business School (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA). You’ll explore topics of innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability, while simultaneously diving into how we interact with our planet and how government policies can impact both businesses and people.

During your studies, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to experience practical, hands-on geography in real-world settings. Our field trips take learning beyond the lecture hall, giving you the chance to apply your knowledge through immersive, on-the-ground fieldwork. In previous years, our trips have included visits to the Lake District, Italy and Mexico.

Your future is at the heart of what we do. Through employability-focused modules, networking events and expert guest lectures, you’ll have the support to find the right career for you. Our past students have gone on to work in a variety of fields, including environmental roles, consultancy, teaching, sales, advertising and marketing, for organisations such as Amazon, the Civil Service, AECOM, Ocado and Aon.

Find out more about studying geography at Nottingham.

Find out more about studying geography at Nottingham.

Why course this course?

Teaching and learning

Modules

Core modules

9 modules

Future Geographical Leaders: Skills for the Digital and Professional World

Students will receive instruction on digital literacy, primed at educational success at university, as well as professionally orientated digital skills competency. This includes a critical AI literacy programme.Ìý Students will also receive education in career preparation and planning, and an awareness of career routes for geographers. This includes specialist career skills content delivered by the Careers and Employability Service (CES).Ìý


Geographies of Global Business

The module introduces students to contemporary and historical approaches to understanding the global economy and its geographical unevenness. Students will develop knowledge relating to the geographies of economic internationalisation across the past, present and future. The module will introduce students different theoretical approaches and outline key debates relating to global economic geographies through a critical examination of topics including commodity chains, digital platforms, finance, the environment as well as the complexities, unevenness and changing nature of the global economy.


Consumer and Market Relations

This module will cover the ways in which marketing & consumption drive business and shape society. It will provide an historical perspective, consider marketing professions & leadership within organisational contexts, and examine contemporary environments for marketing & consumption. This module will pay particular attention to:

  • Globalisation

  • innovation (including the transformative force of new technologies)

  • and ethical & sustainability issuesÌý


Exploring Human Geography

Discover how people and places shape each otherÌýover space and time. This module introduces you to key themes in human geography, including culture, politics, the environment,ÌýeconomyÌýand rural life. Research-led teaching supports your learning through engaging lectures and critical discussions focused on real-world issues, layingÌýa strong foundationÌýfor more advanced study of human geography inÌýsubsequentÌýyears.


Interpreting Geographical Data

Unlock the power of data in geography. This module introduces key statistical concepts and techniques to explore geographical patterns,ÌýtrendsÌýand relationships in the physical and human world.ÌýLearn to work confidently with geographical data and apply it to real research questions. YouÌýwill develop transferable skills,Ìýfrom data visualisation to advanced statistical modellingÌýand everything inÌýbetween.


Introduction to Accounting

Get to grips with the basics of accounting and discover how financial information shapes business decisions. This module introduces both financial and management accounting,Ìýhelping you understand costs, interpret financialÌýstatementsÌýand see how numbers influence strategyÌý–Ìýeven ifÌýyou’reÌýnot aiming to be an accountant.


Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

DiscoverÌýtheÌýprinciplesÌýofÌýgeographicÌýinformationÌýsystems (GIS) with this module. Learn theoretical concepts and practical skills to perform spatial analysis using GIS software. Explore applications, spatial data modelsÌýand cartographic principlesÌýand present your findings through hands-on projects.


Organisational Behaviour

Discover the basic ideas of organisational behaviour and develop an understanding of managing and developing people within business organisations. This module draws on major theories of organisational psychology and behaviour, linking with general management and international business.


Tutorial

Engage in dynamic small-group tutorials that emphasise discussion, essayÌýwritingÌýand seminar presentations. Explore topics from yourÌýqualifyingÌýyearÌýgeography modules andÌýdevelopÌýintellectual skillsÌýthat areÌýfoundational to academicÌýsuccessÌýat university. TheseÌýincludeÌýÌýcriticalÌýthinking, problemÌýsolvingÌýand communication skills,ÌýwhichÌýyou’llÌýhoneÌýthroughÌýÌýinteractiveÌýand participatoryÌýsessions.


Optional modules

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Entry requirements

3 years full-time

£10,050 per year

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The course suited me perfectly as it allowed me to explore economic and cultural themes of geography in more depth, and complement this with business modules to develop a more well-rounded knowledge."

Robert Day

BA Geography with Business

Postgraduate students doing Geography group work in Monica Partridge Building

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