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Geography, B.A.

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The Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography is designed to provide students with an understanding of the world’s physical and cultural environments. The program provides a foundation in the theory and practice of contemporary geography, with emphasis on a variety of applied and technical skills that will enhance a student’s career opportunities.

The total number of units required for the Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography is 120 units, of which 43 units are in the major. Consult with an advisor for the specific number of units required in all areas of the degree including GE and free electives.  

For Major Specific Admissions Criteria go to http://www.calstatela.edu/admissions/major-specific-criteria

Requirements for the Major (43 units)

All options leading to the degree in Geography require 43 units.

Core Requirements (22 units)

Options

Environmental Geography Option (21 units)

I. Lower Division Required Courses (3 units)

Select one of the following courses:

II. Upper Division Required Courses (18 units)

Methods and Climate (select 2 of the following) (6 units)

Environmental Geography (select 2 of the following) (6 units)

Urban Social Dynamics (select 2 of the following) (6 units)

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Option (21 units)

I. Technical Core (15 units)

II. Electives in geography (6 units)

Urban Analysis Option (21 units)

I. Lower Division Required Courses (3 units)

II. Upper division required courses (12 units)

III. Electives (6 units)

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