Program Overview

Department of Geography

The Department of Geography offers various undergraduate and graduate programs.

Undergraduate Program

• The undergraduate program includes:
  • Major in Geography
  • Minor in Geography
  • Major in Environmental Studies
  • Minor in Environmental Studies
  • Minor in International and Global Studies
• The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of geographic principles and practices.
• Students can choose from a range of courses, including:
  • Course Descriptions
  • Course Schedule
  • Prizes & Research Stipends
  • Rutgers Undergraduate Geography Society (RUGS)
  • Study Abroad Program
    • Study Abroad Options

Graduate Program

The graduate program is designed to provide advanced training in geographic research and practices.

Course Details

01:450:413 Climate System and Global Climate Change

• Course Code: 01:450:413
• Semester(s) Offered: Spring
• Credits: 3
• Requirement: Environment This course explores the climate system and climate variability and change from a geographic perspective. The Earth's energy budget, hydrologic cycle, and atmospheric circulation are examined at various spatial and temporal scales. The course covers past climate variability and change, present climate events, and aspects of climate change, including human impacts resulting from deforestation, atmospheric pollution, urbanization, and other factors. The planet's climate future is also examined.

Resources

• Computing FAQ & lab schedule
• Historical Maps of New Jersey
• Olde New Brunswick, NJ
• New Jersey Atlas
• Mapmaking Services
• New Jersey State Climate Office
• Global Snow Lab

News & Events

• Geography Department's 75th Anniversary
• Upcoming Events
• Past Events
• New and Noteworthy
• MaGrann Conference
• Rutgers Geography Through the Years
• Publications

Support Us

The Department of Geography welcomes support from individuals and organizations.

Advising

• Advising Appointment Schedule
• Undergraduate Advisor: Paul O'Keefe
• Undergraduate Advisor: Nate Gabriel (on leave AY 25-26)

Honors

The Department of Geography offers honors programs for undergraduate students.

Careers

The Department of Geography provides career guidance and support for students.

Certificates

The Department of Geography offers various certificates, including:

• Certificates in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Certificates in Remote Sensing

Internships

The Department of Geography provides internship opportunities for students.

Alumni

The Department of Geography maintains a strong connection with its alumni.

Teaching Lab Schedule (B266)

The teaching lab schedule is available for students and faculty.

Academic Calendar

The academic calendar is available for students and faculty.

University Schedule Of Classes

The university schedule of classes is available for students and faculty.

Web Registration System

The web registration system is available for students and faculty.