Program Overview

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Bachelor of Arts in Geography

The Bachelor of Arts in Geography program offers students a comprehensive understanding of the relationships between human and physical environments. The program provides a broad geographical education, along with opportunities for specialization in specific fields of geography.

Program Structure

The program consists of 120 credit hours, with 51 credit hours in Geography. Students must complete a minor in a subject field different from their declared major. The minor may be chosen from one of the other programs in the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources or any program at the University that offers a minor.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Geography program requires a minimum of 24 credit hours of university-level coursework, with a cumulative grade point average of 2.00. Students must also complete the University's Written English and Mathematics requirements.

Course Requirements

The program includes a range of courses in human and physical geography, as well as techniques and area studies. Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours in five subject fields, with 6 credit hours in each field. They must also complete 6 credit hours from the Faculty of Arts and 6 credit hours of science coursework.

Specializations

The program offers three areas of specialization:

• Resources, Environment, and Society (RS)
• Global Politics, Justice, and Sustainability (GPS)
• Culture, Identity, and Space (CIS)

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Geography, students must achieve a minimum degree grade point average of 2.00 and complete all program requirements.

Advanced Entry Requirements

Students who have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of university-level coursework may be eligible for advanced entry into the program. They must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 and meet the program's admission requirements.

Degree Requirements

The program requires the completion of 120 credit hours, including 51 credit hours in Geography. Students must also complete a minor and meet the University's residency requirements.

Courses

The program includes a range of courses, such as:

• Introduction to Human Geography
• Introduction to Physical Geography
• Geographic Information Systems
• Remote Sensing
• Field Studies in Geography

Research Areas

The program offers opportunities for research in various areas, including:

• Human-Environment Relations
• Globalization and Social Justice
• Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
• Urban and Regional Planning

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Geography program may pursue careers in:

• Environmental Planning and Management
• Urban and Regional Planning
• Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing
• International Development and Sustainability
• Research and Academia

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credit hours taken. For more information, please consult the University's tuition fee schedule.

Admission Deadlines

The admission deadlines for the program are:

• June 1 for Fall Term admission
• October 1 for Winter Term admission
• February 1 for Summer Term admission

Contact Information

For more information about the Bachelor of Arts in Geography program, please contact the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources.