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Careers with a Geography degree

Wondering what career options there are for someone with a Geography degree? We take you through some of the many opportunities available to Geography graduates.

Careers with a Geography

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CONTENTS

  1. What can you do with a Geography degree?

  2. Career options for Geography graduates

  3. Who employs Geography graduates?

What can you do with a Geography degree?

As a Geography graduate, you鈥檒l have plenty of skills, from strategic planning to commercial awareness, making you attractive to employers all over the world.

A career directly related to Geography could see you working in a role exploring some of the world鈥檚 most important issues; like climate change, environmental degradation or migration.

Some jobs might have a practical focus involving field or lab work. While others might be office based using computer programmes to analyse data. Sectors include environmental planning, education, transport, international relations, finance, law, charity and healthcare.

Many graduates go into postgraduate study and specialise in specific areas.

Career options for Geography graduates

Geography graduates go into careers like:

  • Cartographer
  • Climate scientist
  • Environmental manager
  • Geographer
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) officer
  • Geoscientist
  • Researcher
  • Risk analyst
  • Surveyor
  • Sustainability consultant
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Urban planner

Other potential opportunities include:

  • Computer programmer
  • International aid worker
  • Landscape architect
  • Market researcher
  • Tourism officer
  • Travel agent

Who employs Geography graduates?

Examples of employers looking for graduates with Geography skills:

  • AECOM
  • Deloitte
  • Ernst & Young
  • Local councils
  • National Trust
  • Wildlife Trust

Typical employers include universities and schools if you go into research or teaching.

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