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MH101 - Geography
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When you study geography at Maynooth University, you develop a rich skillset by asking important questions about the world.
From why climate change is happening to how communities respond to changes in land use – our geography programme teaches you to think ‘big’.
You’ll learn about and analyse a range of issues, from the global climate and ecological crises, to urban and regional economic development and planning.
Field work
You’ll also learn in the field via short (1-day) and longer (5-day) field trips in Ireland and overseas, in places like Lanzarote and Berlin.
The right tools for big challenges
Our lab-based modules bring you into contact with microscopic traces of past climatic periods.
Our computer-based modules give you access to the latest geospatial tools. These reveal the past, current, and future impacts of real challenges like flooding or urbanisation.
As a geography student with us, you’ll learn how to apply geographical research tools and analytical methods to find solutions to the biggest challenges of this century.
Real-world experience
Our engaging lecturers bring their real-world experience into the classroom.
They combine field and lab-based research on biodiversity with investigations into the lives of the people in our communities.
Subject Structure
Geography and one other subject to degree level as part of a Single Major, Double Major, Major/Minor or as as Minor.
First year
- Choose 15 or 30 credits of Geography from group 1 and/or 6 plus up to 3 other subjects, which may include Critical Skills, from the available groups (maximum 1 subject per group).
- If choosing Geography in Group 6, the only subject you may choose in Group 1 is Geography (Geography is timetabled in group 1 from 2nd year)
Second year and Final year
- Continue with Geography and 1 of your first year subjects as a Major/Minor, Double Major or Minor
OR
- Single Major Geography from second year: at least 50 credits of Geography in each of second and final year
All combinations (Major/Minor, Double Major, Single Major, Minor) provide students with future focused skills, with a wide range of fundamental and emerging subject strengths offered as options, and exciting field courses in Ireland and overseas offering opportunities to apply this knowledge in the real world.
MH101:
- Optional 10 credit Elective in second year
- Optional Erasmus/Study Abroad after second year
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Entry requirements
Leaving Certificate applicants are required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 & 4O6/H7 and O6/H7 in Irish, English, 3rd language.
Postgraduate
Some graduates proceed into postgraduate study and the Department of Geography offers a range of options.
Visit the Department's website for more information about postgraduate options.
Careers
Geography paves the way for active citizenship and a foundation for lifelong learning, while opening a diverse range of exciting careers.
Geographers are flexible thinkers who acquire a suite of skills which appeal to employers in a fast changing workplace.
Our graduates have developed careers in Ireland and all over the world. Their skills, experiences, and knowledge make them attractive to employers in areas such as economic and industrial development agencies, public administration, and across the private sector.
- teaching
- research
- urban planning
- community work
- overseas aid and development
- environmental monitoring
- retail and marketing analysis
- data analysis
- environmental consultancy
- business management