Geography (Arts & Science)
Department contact:
8 Stewart Hall
573-882-8370
Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts in Geography
Minor in Geography
Minor in Geographic Information Systems
Geographic Information Systems Certificate
Overview:
The goals of the Bachelor of Arts degree program in geography are to:
-Teach students to think spatially and solve problems;
-Provide an intellectual focus for students seeking a broadly based liberal arts education;
-Acquaint students with past and present patterns of landscape development and instill concern for intelligent management of earth’s biophysical resources;
-Expose students to contemporary issues of geopolitical and international significance and their role in such problems;
-Provide the skills and expertise necessary to master the application of geographic information technologies and analysis of spatial data; and
-Prepare motivated students for career development and graduate study.
There are five different emphasis areas: (1) regional-cultural geography, (2) physical-environmental systems, (3) urban-population geography, (4) geographic information sciences and (5) general geography.
For students seeking a BA, a geography major provides marketable skills and the broad perspectives on environment, society and international affairs that enable graduates to move beyond entry-level positions. Geography also provides a sound foundation for students who plan to enter graduate work in a variety of fields.
Academic Information
Admission Requirements:
Any student may declare a major in Geography. Students must complete College Algebra and English 1000 with a C- or above and have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to complete a graduation plan with the College of Arts & Science.
Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.0
Specifically required non-major courses for the BA degree:
Statistics 1200, 1300 or higher
Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Geography 1100 and 1200
Sample 8-semester outline(s):
http://registrar.missouri.edu/Catalog/Plans/ARTSCI_geography06.pdf
Related majors, minors and areas of study on the MU campus:
Chemistry, Chemistry, General Agriculture, History, History, Journalism, Journalism, Natural Resources, Political Science
Department Website:
http://www.geog.missouri.edu/
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