Degree in Geography and History
Ourense, Spain
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
Spanish
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 591 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Degree in Geography and History focuses on understanding the interconnections between human activities and the environment. Students engage with various methodologies and perspectives while exploring significant historical events and geographical concepts. This program equips students with critical thinking skills and a comprehensive knowledge base to analyze past and present societies.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in areas such as education, urban planning, environmental consultancy, and historical preservation. They may also work in research roles or non-profit organizations focused on community development and environmental sustainability.
The Degree in Geography and History presents a multidisciplinary and versatile nature that qualifies for a wide range of professional opportunities such as educational services, administration services or the media.
This title acquires a singular character that differentiates it from the usual dynamics that implies the separation into three specialized titles in History, Art History and Geography. Our training offer includes History, Art History and Geography subjects that provide basic training to understand the past and present, get to know the territory and obtain certain skills (critical spirit, ability to synthesize or search for information).
Another circumstance to highlight is the possibility of studying the Degree in Geography and History through the blended modality, in which the student body only has to attend the evaluation tests, with the advantage of accessing the teaching material through a platform and with the possibility of attending the face-to-face classes that you want.
Income profile
Interest in the past, knowledge of artistic manifestations, the physical and natural environment, respect for diversity, critical spirit and a love of reading.
1 course  | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | Quadrimonthly | Sign | Total Cr. |
| O02G251V01101 | Geography: Fundamentals of Physical Geography | 1c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01102 | History: Introduction to Ethnology | 1c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01103 | Art: Artistic languages and techniques | 1c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01104 | Modern Language: English for the Humanities | 1c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01105 | History of pre-Columbian and colonial America | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01201 | Geography: Fundamentals of Human Geography | 2c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01202 | History: Introduction to historiography | 2c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01203 | Art: Classical art | 2c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01204 | Theory and method of archaeology | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01205 | Universal prehistory | 2c | OB | 6 |
| 2nd course | ||||
| Code | Name | Quadrimonthly | Sign | Total Cr. |
| O02G251V01301 | Geography: Spaces and societies | 1c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01302 | History: Sources of information in the humanities | 1c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01303 | Universal ancient history | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01304 | Universal medieval history | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01305 | Paleography | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01401 | History: Methodology of history. | 2c | FB | 6 |
| O02G251V01402 | Modern universal history | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01403 | Contemporary universal history | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01404 | History of medieval art | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01405 | Applied archaeology | 2c | OB | 6 |
| 3rd course | ||||
| Code | Name | Quadrimonthly | Sign | Total Cr. |
| O02G251V01501 | Ancient history of the Iberian Peninsula | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01502 | History of modern art | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01503 | Medieval history of the Iberian Peninsula | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01504 | Prehistory of the Iberian Peninsula | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01505 | Applied Geography. Territory and Landscape | 1c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01601 | Contemporary history of Spain | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01602 | Contemporary art history | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01603 | Modern history of Spain | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01604 | Current world | 2c | OB | 6 |
| O02G251V01605 | Geographic representation systems | 2c | OB | 6 |
| 4th course | ||||
| Code | Name | Quadrimonthly | Sign | Total Cr. |
| O02G251V01902 | Diplomacy and archiving | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01904 | History of religions | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01905 | Ancient history of the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01906 | History of Galician art | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01907 | Medieval history of Galicia | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01908 | Geography of Galicia | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01910 | Mindset, identity and social change | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01911 | Contemporary history of Galicia | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01913 | Prehistory of the Northwest of the Iberian Peninsula | 1c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01901 | History of contemporary America | 2c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01903 | Classical Language: Introduction to Latin Language and Culture | 2c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01909 | History of power and institutions | 2c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01912 | Modern history of Galicia | 2c | OP | 6 |
| O02G251V01981 | Internships | 2c | OB | 12 |
| O02G251V01991 | Final Degree Project | 2c | OB | 12 |
| Point A | Code | Training and learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding in an area of study that builds on the foundations of general secondary education and is generally at a level that, despite being supported by advanced textbooks, also includes some aspects that involve knowledge from the forefront of their field of study. | |
| A2 | Students are able to apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional manner and have the skills that are usually demonstrated through the preparation and defense of arguments and the resolution of problems within their area of study. | |
| A3 | Students should be able to collect and interpret relevant data (normally within their area of study) to make judgments that include reflection on relevant social, scientific or ethical issues. | |
| A4 | That students can transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialized and non-specialized audiences. | |
| A5 | That students develop the learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy. | |
| A6 | Students will have demonstrated that they have sufficient knowledge and understanding of an area of study, commencing after completion of general secondary education and normally reaching a level of competence which, being based primarily on advanced textbooks, will also include familiarity with some cutting-edge developments within the relevant field of study. |
| Signal B | Code | Knowledge |
|---|---|---|
| B1 | Understand the processes that take place at different space-time scales and in different sociocultural contexts. | |
| B2 | Knowing the territory (environment, society, culture) from a diachronic and synchronic perspective | |
| B3 | Gain the skills necessary to record, analyze and interpret relevant geographical and historical information. | |
| B4 | Develop the skills associated with the preparation, transmission and management of acquired know-how and the results of critical reasoning. | |
| B5 | Evaluate the needs and problems of society and the contributions (in terms of effective contribution) generated from geographical-historical areas, taking into account the necessary social and gender equality, disability and education for peace. | |
| B6 | Apply them in the context of future academic and/or professional life; and create the basis for future postgraduate, specialized and/or multidisciplinary studies. |
| Sign C | Code | Skills |
|---|---|---|
| C1 | Knowledge of the keys and development of the field of Physical Geography | |
| C2 | Knowledge of the keys and development of the field of Human Geography | |
| C3 | Knowledge of the keys and development of geographical spaces (physical, human, economic aspects) in their socio-territorial dynamics. | |
| C4 | Critical awareness of the relationship between geographical, physical and human phenomena at different territorial scales. | |
| C5 | Integration of spatial and temporal dimensions in the explanation of territorial processes. | |
| C6 | Knowledge and application of the main methods and techniques of geographical research. | |
| C7 | Correct use of geographic information as an instrument for interpreting territorial systems | |
| C8 | Development and application of field work procedures. | |
| C9 | Ability to analyze and interpret landscapes. | |
| C10 | Ability to relate, synthesize and express geographic information in graphic and cartographic systems. | |
| C11 | Knowledge and development of skills in the area of territorial planning and management. | |
| C12 | Critical awareness of the relationship between current events and processes and the past. | |
| C13 | Awareness of respect for points of view that arise from cultural/national contexts. | |
| C14 | Knowledge of the general diachronic structure of the past. | |
| C15 | Knowledge of ancient languages. | |
| C16 | Detailed knowledge of one or more specific periods of humanity's past. | |
| C17 | Ability to read historiographic texts and original documents in one's own language, as well as to transcribe, summarize and catalog information in a relevant manner. | |
| C18 | Knowledge and ability to use information gathering tools such as bibliographic catalogues, archive inventories and electronic references. | |
| C19 | Knowledge of one's own national history. | |
| C20 | Knowledge of European history from a comparative perspective. | |
| C21 | Knowledge of the history of European integration. | |
| C22 | Knowledge of universal history. | |
| C23 | Ability to identify and appropriately use sources of information for historical research. | |
| C24 | Critical awareness of the space-time coordinates of the History of Art | |
| C25 | General diachronic vision of the History of Universal Art | |
| C26 | Regional and comprehensive diachronic vision of territorial artistic phenomena. | |
| C27 | Particular and optional knowledge of Art History. | |
| C28 | Knowledge of the different methodologies for approaching the History of Art. | |
| C29 | Systematic and integrated knowledge of the artistic fact: different languages and techniques of artistic production throughout history | |
| C30 | Knowledge of the main literary and documentary sources of Art History. | |
| C31 | Basic knowledge of iconography as a key to the interpretation of images. | |
| C32 | Practical knowledge of the basic processes of scientific methodology in Art History. | |
| C33 | Knowledge of documentation, composition of materials and construction techniques for movable and immovable artistic assets. | |
| C34 | Instrumental knowledge applied to the History of Art. |
| Sign D | Code | Skills |
|---|---|---|
| D1 | Ability to analyze and synthesize. | |
| D2 | Application of knowledge | |
| D3 | Organizational and planning capacity | |
| D4 | Oral and written communication in one's own language. | |
| D5 | Ability to manage information and knowledge. | |
| D6 | Problem solving and decision making. | |
| D7 | Critical reasoning ability. | |
| D8 | Ethical commitment and social responsibility | |
| D9 | Teamwork in diverse contexts. | |
| D10 | Attention to diversity and multiculturalism. | |
| D11 | Ability for autonomous learning | |
| D12 | Capacity for unforeseen events, creativity and leadership | |
| D13 | Initiative and entrepreneurial spirit. | |
| D14 | Motivation for quality. | |
| D15 | Sensitivity to environmental issues. | |
| D16 | Knowledge of other cultures. |
Professional outings
The multidisciplinary and diachronic nature of the Degree in Geography and History allows access to a wide range of professional opportunities in the following fields:
- Secondary school teachers: training in the three areas (History, Art History and Geography) coincides with the subject required in the exams
- Management of historical and cultural heritage: the tourism sector is considered strategic both in the public and private spheres
- Documentation Specialist: Archives and other organizations require specialists to organize documentation.
- Museums and libraries
- Archaeological activities
- Organization and development of cultural events: very current activities that must reach the appropriate level of rigor
- Management of cultural institutions: through knowledge of the objects housed in them
- Design of materials and content for cultural websites and educational applications.
- Advice to the media.