School of Geography
93%
'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'
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Top 100
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Silver
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Research and innovation
We work at the forefront of global research agendas, leading the way in finding solutions to major social, political and environmental challenges. This exciting and impactful research takes us to some of the remotest places on Earth, including the high mountains, both poles and the depths of the tropical rainforests, as well as to the world’s major urban conurbations in both developed and developing nations.

Hydropower without the environmental impact
Scientists have analysed data from nearly three million rivers across the…
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Forest restoration - 'balance nitrogen-fixing trees with other species'
Reforestation projects could be made more effective with the findings of new…
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Contraflow cycling does not increase crash rate
Allowing cycling in both directions on one-way streets does not pose a safety…
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Thoughts and reflections on the key challenges of Decarbonisation
By Piers Forster, Professor of Climate Physics, Director of the Priestley…
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We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
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Explore how human society interacts with the natural world, through this flexible programme of online courses.
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We provide businesses with access to our talented students through a free end-to-end, managed recruitment service.
More on Recruit our studentsEquality and inclusion
The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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“"I love wildlife, I love natural habitats, and I want to have an impact on those things in the UK" 💻🌇 Watch recent… t.co/Hy4mONrxyc” -
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