This course equips you with the knowledge and research skills needed to develop as a human geography researcher. Throughout the course you will develop: the ability to define research problems and design appropriate methods for their investigation individual research interests through choosing your own projects your research profile research skills in data collection and analysis an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different data types and research methods bibliographic and computing research skills, including the use of specialist software a professional approach to ethical issues surrounding research in human geography research skills in qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques communication skills for the effective dissemination of research to both specialist and non-specialist audiences The key areas of research in human geography include: social and cultural geography economic geographies international development geopolitics

2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant arts, humanities or social science subject, such as: geography planning urban studies environmental studies sociology politics business studies We will also consider your application if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant industry experience. If you live in the UK you may be invited to an interview.