Geography
UWG Department of Geosciences
Physical geographers examine the processes that shape the Earth's surface through the use of fieldwork, laboratory techniques, and geospatial technology while Human geographers explore the interconnected environmental, economic, political, and cultural processes that shape our human world.
Possible Careers
Water quality analyst, vegetation and habitat surveyor, watershed manager, recycling coordinator, urban planner, urban forestry technician, weather forecaster, ecotourism specialist, population georgrapher, Peace Corps, and geopolitical consultant.
Degree Options
Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Major in Geography with a concentration in Human Geography
Bachelor of Science Degree with a Major in Geography with concentrations in Environmental Geography and Geographic Technology
Advising
Geography majors are advised within the Department of Geosciences. Your advisor is dependent upon your degree concentration. To find out who that is, visit the main office in Callaway 102 or call 678-839-6479.
For More Information
International Geographic Union http://www.igu-net.org/
National Geographic Society http://www.nationalgeographic.com/
Royal Geographical Society http://www.rgs.org/
