Geography at Leicester
Field trips
Fieldwork is integral to any Geography degree. In the field you'll develop new skills and apply learning from the classroom to real-world problems. At Leicester, we go into the field a lot, and our field trips will be some of the most rewarding and enjoyable experiences for all Geography students.
There is an additional cost in the contribution towards core fieldwork modules. In year 1 this will be a maximum of £100, in year 2, this will be a maximum of £250. Bursaries are available to support students attending optional Year 3 field courses.
Our field trips run during each year of study. Programmes range from basic field techniques in Year 1 to more advanced independent research skills that will allow you to pursue your own research interests in your final-year dissertation project, helping you to become a fully-fledged geographer.
Example field trip locations
Almeria
This second-year residential field trip is for all physical geographers (Geography BSc and Environmental Science BSc). It is an opportunity to visit and examine the striking arid landscapes of South East Spain. In addition to investigating the distinctive geomorphology and ecology of this area, the field trip is designed to support students in the planning of their final-year dissertation project.