Prospective Undergraduate

Applying for a Place

Admissions Procedures

We are looking for students who have the ability and motivation to benefit from the courses we offer and who will make a contribution to the School and the University. All applications are considered equally on merit; students are usually selected on the basis of academic excellence and personal qualities. We do not rely on predicted grades alone, and aim to take into account the broader context of each applicant’s achievements, primarily as reflected in the applicant’s personal statement and the Head Teacher’s reference.
Applicants are not routinely interviewed. All those offered a place will be invited to a Visit Day. The aim of the visit is for you to ensure that you will be entering an institution that meets your perceived needs and aspirations. In addition to a formal presentation, which provides details of the courses we offer, you will also be able to meet members of the teaching staff and, very importantly, some current undergraduates.

Entrance Requirements

In assessing applicants the School is looking for evidence of an enthusiastic interest in Geography coupled with strong academic performance (typically AAB/ABB). For Geography with Russian Studies, a modern foreign language at AS level or above is required. We also accept GNVQs, Scottish Highers, Welsh Baccalaureate and International Baccalaureate qualifications. As an example, a typical offer for International Baccalaureate candidates would be in the range of 34-36 points, including a grade 6 or above in Geography.
The School of Geography takes a pro-active role in seeking applications from students under a Widening Participation Scheme and takes a prominent part in the University’s two summer schools for widening access students (Higher Education Funding Council for England and Sutton Trust). If you think you might qualify under the Widening Participation programme (e.g. first in family to attend university, mature student, from the local region) please view the University’s web pages for more information or write direct to the Admissions Tutor in the School of Geography. Widening participation candidates may be invited to an interview.

Deferred Entry

We are normally happy to consider applications for deferred entry.

Support for Students with Disabilities

The School of Geography welcomes applications from all students. We aim to provide a high level of support and guidance from the moment you first enquire through to graduation. We encourage students to disclose any disability that they may have, and to do so as early as possible so that appropriate arrangements for support can be made. This information can be kept confidential, depending on the wishes of the student. The School of Geography has a Disability Liaison Officer who advises students on the support available within the University. For further details of the support offered by the University please see www.nottingham.ac.uk/student-support/disability/. For further details of the support offered by the school please see www.nottingham.ac.uk/geography/general/disability/index.phtml.

International Applicants

We welcome international applications. For further information about all aspects of life at the University of Nottingham go to www.nottingham.ac.uk and click on “Prospective Students” on the home page.