My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Mission & Description
Geography is unique in bridging the social sciences and the natural sciences. There are two main branches of geography: human geography and physical geography. Human geography is concerned with the spatial aspects and interrelationships of human existence. Study in human geography includes exploration of cultures, societies, economies, and populations. Physical geographers study patterns of the natural world. Fields within physical geography include geomorphology, hydrology, ecology, and climatology. Geographers use many tools and techniques in their work that are increasingly important for understanding our complex world. A.A. coursework in geography covers the social science, science, and mathematics subjects needed to transfer to a four-year institution. Geography is a discipline that is rich in possibilities. Geographers pursue rewarding careers in education, research, business, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
AA in Geography
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Career Opportunities
A degree in Geography opens the door to a career in:
• Education
• Cartography & GIS
• Demography
• Market Research
• Urban and Regional Planning
• Environmental Science
• Geoscience
• Climatology
• Meteorology
• Forestry
• Park Management
• Agricultural Science
• Government
• and many more fields of spatial analysis
Paid Internship Opportunity:
Geo-Launchpad is a paid summer research internship open to all community college students. It is dedicated to increasing the diversity of students in the geosciences, and develops research-ready skills for a career path in science, engineering, or technology. This eight week program takes place at UNAVCO located in Boulder, CO from early June to late July. If needed, housing and a bus pass are provided to those who are accepted. Learn more.
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| ENG- REQ | English: ___________ | 3 |
| GT- MA1 | Mathematics (GT-MA1): ___________ | 3-4 |
| GEO 106 | Human Geography | 3 |
| GEO- REQ | Geography: ___________ | 4 |
| ELC- LST | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16-17 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| ENG- REQ | English: ___________ | 3 |
| GEO- REQ | Geography: ___________ | 4 |
| GT- HI1 | History (GT-HI1): __________ | 3 |
| GT- SS | Social & Behavioral Sciences (GT-SS): ___________ | 3 |
| ELC- LST | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Third Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| GEO 105 | World Regional Geography | 3 |
| GT- SC1 | Natural & Physical Sciences (GT-SC1): ___________ | 4-5 |
| GT- SC1 | Natural & Physical Sciences (GT-SC1): ___________ | 4-5 |
| GT- SS | Social & Behavioral Sciences (GT-SS): ___________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14-16 |
Fourth Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. You should take a minimum of 60 credits and not exceed 62 credits. You may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.
| GIS 101 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| GT- AH | Arts & Humanities (GT-AH): ___________ | 3 |
| GT- AH | Arts & Humanities (GT-AH): ___________ | 3 |
| GEO 210 | Careers and Research in Geosciences | 1 |
| ELC- LST | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| ELC- LS1 | Approved Elective List: __________ | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |