Geographers examine the cultures, economies, societies, physical landscapes and environments of the Earth using a unique combination of the humanities, social and natural sciences.
Our Higher Diploma in Arts - Geography is a conversion course intended for those who already hold a degree in Arts or Science subject other than Geography. This qualification is often considered by those seeking to develop a geographical perspective on the world in preparation for further study and employment, or by those wishing to add Geography as a second-level teaching subject.
The Higher Diploma in Arts Geography consists of modules to the value of 60 credits selected from a range of existing second and third year Geography modules covering the main thematic areas in Geography along with the methods used in geographical enquiry. The module requirements leave scope for students to tailor the programme to their own interests.
All Higher Diploma in Arts – geography students are required to attend a week-long residential field methods course which usually takes place at the end of Semester 2.
Why Choose This Course
The integrating nature of geography has become a major asset in a world of constant change. Its unique combination of humanities social and physical sciences allows geographers to develop a perspective on the world that is especially relevant to key global issues such as climate change, migration, food security, and urbanisation.
You will gain transferable skills including:
an understanding of the spatial dimensions of physical, environmental and human phenomena
an appreciation of the importance of a broad, international, and comparative perspective
problem-solving
critical thinking
independent learning
self-directed research
report writing and public presentations.
Skills and Careers Information
You will gain technical geographical skills including:
computer cartography and geographical information systems
remote sensing
quantitative and qualitative research methods
social surveys and analysis
landscape evaluation/planning.
Geography is a diverse discipline with career paths as varied as your individual interests, including:
planning
local/community development
environmental assessment and management
housing policy
regional development
TV news production/research
geo-informatics
journalism
diplomatic service
financial services and global business
public relations
European space agency
market research
teaching
tourism
academic teaching and research
museum/heritage management
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9 Setembro 2024
University College Cork
College Road,
Cork,
Republic of Ireland
Applications will normally be considered from applicants whose qualifications are equivalent to a UCC Bachelor (Hons) degree and whose grades are equivalent to a UCC First-Class Honours Grade 1 or Second-Class Honours Grade 2 as appropriate. Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Duolingo English Test: DET 120
IELTS: 6.5 Overall; 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall; Listening 20; Reading 19; Speaking 21; Writing 20
Cambridge Examinations:
C2 Proficiency
C1 Advanced
B2 First
176 overall with no less than 169 in each element of the test
Pearson PTE: Minimum score of 63 with no section score below 59
Os requisitos para o IELTS podem variar de acordo com o curso que você escolher.
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