Academic news and updates
The latest news and updates in geography and higher education
New data shows the benefits of choosing geography at university
Data released this week shows the continuing benefits of university education and geography as a subject to study.
Editorial roles available at Society journals
Two of the Society’s scholarly journals are looking for new Editors to support the work of the journals and their editorial teams.
Over 600 sessions planned for 2026 Annual Conference
The provisional programme for this year’s Annual International Conference has now been published. Find out what's inside.
Supporting early career researchers
As the summer term begins, we want to highlight the ongoing and important work this year by the Society’s 30+ Research Groups aimed at supporting postgraduate and early career colleagues.
Dissertation prize winners 2024/2025 announced
Each year, the Society and its 30+ Research Groups award dissertation prizes recognising outstanding geographical research produced by undergraduate students.
Society hosts Climate Adapted Pathways for Education (CAPE) event
The Society hosted the launch of new curriculum guides for primary Science, Geography, and Art by Climate Adapted Pathways for Education.
Geography for All – one year on
Read our thoughts on the ongoing development of Geography for All—our programme dedicated to building a more inclusive, connected, and equitable future in the discipline.
Society collaborates with Culture& on provenance workshop
Last week, the Society welcomed researchers and museum professionals for a ‘hands-on’ workshop with ‘untethered objects’ in our Collections, organised in partnership with Culture&.
Research Groups supporting colleagues through peer-mentoring
As part of their diverse programme of activities, the Society continues to support through peer-mentoring.
Society awards 14 grants to Research Groups
The Society has awarded grants to 14 of our Research Groups to support a variety of projects and activities.
Plenary speakers line-up announced for Annual Conference 2026
This year’s Annual Conference is shaping up to be a packed three days, with keynotes, panel discussions and workshops, thousands of presentations, and more.
Postgraduates connect at 2026 mid-term conference
The 2026 Postgraduate Forum Mid-Term Conference took place this week at the Society and online, with over 55 presentations over two days.