Geography (Minor)

Geography

The objective of the geography program is to provide an understanding of the interrelationships between people and their cultural and physical environments. Factual information is combined with geographic theories to identify, through critical thinking, the spatial relationships found on the Earth’s surface. Attention is also given to the geographic tools and techniques used to analyze the natural and human patterns found on the Earth’s surface.

Students seeking the Bachelor of Science degree may earn a major or a minor in geography as outlined below. Note required grade average in Department of Social Sciences.

Geography Minor Requirements:

15 Hours

• GEOG 101 Human Geography (3)
• GEOG 200 Physical Geography (3)
• Nine hours of geography electives with consultation from student’s adviser.