Kings College London (KCL) • BA Geography

This module considers key concepts that underpin both human and physical geography, and discusses both the theory of these concepts as well as some of main techniques and methods that can be used to analyse geographical data. It involves the collection and analysis of data following localised fieldwork, and training in appropriate software for statistical anlaysis. Examples of the application of concepts and techniques are drawn from a range of geographical settings, and include familiarisaton w...

An introduction to Human and Development geography, developing a critical awareness of the temporal, spatial and ecological dimensions of modes of production; An understanding of the reciprocal interrelationships between people and environments; An understanding of the geographies of difference within the human world and their formative processes; An appreciation of the key geographical processes that form and characterize modern societies. Includes: Humans & the origins of society; from early ...

A detailed introduction to human/development geography to develop critical awareness of the temporal, spatial and ecological dynamics of global challenges; an ability to access the different influences on environmental and social change at a variety of different scales; an ability to evaluate differing geographical responses to contemporary global challenges; An understanding of the key concepts, theories and ideas within human geography. Includes global health; human migration; world cities; u...

An introduction to physical geography and its interactions with humankind with a particular focus on climate and on natural hazards. Provides the foundation for understanding the physical environment and an introduction to the science of climate and natural hazards, an understanding of the natural environment as a system and the interrelationships of humans and their impact on the natural environment.