BSc Computer Science / Physical Geography
Entry requirements
A level: BBB IB: 30-26
About this course
BSc in Computer Science and Geography, combining computational methods with earth and environmental science. Core topics include Programming, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Environmental Analysis. The programme holds BCS accreditation on behalf of the Engineering Council. Students complete a final-year Major Project, and fieldwork forms a core component of the degree.
Modules
- Earth Surface Environments
- How to Build a Planet
- Living in a Dangerous World
- Introduction to Programming
- Programming Using an Object-Oriented Language
- Problems and Solutions
- Web Development and Information Security
- Agile Software Engineering
- Research Design and Fieldwork Skills
- Geoscience Laboratory Techniques
- Glacial and Fluvial Processes
- Quaternary Environmental Change
- Visualisation and Analysis of Geographical Data
- Algorithm Design and Data Structures
- Scientific Python
- Geography Joint Honours/Major Project
- Minor Project
- Applied Environmental Management
- Debates in Climate Science
- Glaciers and Ice Sheets
- Monitoring our Planet's Health from Space
- Past environments, future challenges