Geography, Minor
The Geography Minor enables students to learn fundamental principles and concepts of the discipline. This program provides students with an understanding of the relationships between humans and the environment through time and space. It helps students think critically about natural and societal issues, communicate scientific and geographic information effectively, and interpret geographic data using a range of approaches.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credit Hours | 20 | |
| Discipline Core Requirements | 20 Credits | |
| Required Courses | ||
| GEOG 1000 | Introduction to Physical Geography PP | 3 |
| GEOG 130G | Survey of World Geography GI SS | 3 |
| GEOG 3600 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 4 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Complete at least 10 credits from the following list, at least six of which much be 3000-level or higher: | 10 | |
| Energy Use on Earth GI (3) | ||
| Introduction to Physical Geography Lab (1) | ||
| Introduction to Human Geography SS GI (undefined) | ||
| Mapping the World with Geospatial Technology PP (undefined) | ||
| Sustainability and Environment SS (undefined) | ||
| Geography of the United States SS (3) | ||
| Geography of Latin America and the Caribbean (3) | ||
| Climate Change in Science and Society (undefined) | ||
| Urban Geography WE (3) | ||
| Geography of Utah (undefined) | ||
| Biogeography (undefined) | ||
| Geography of Africa (undefined) | ||
| Environmental Remote Sensing (3) | ||
| Geospatial Data Science (3) | ||
| Political Geography (3) | ||
| Geomorphology WE and Geomorphology Lab (4) | ||
| Advanced Geographic Information Systems (4) | ||
| Wetland Studies (3) | ||
| Wetland Studies Laboratory (1) | ||
| Environmental History of the United States (3) | ||
| Geospatial Field Methods (3) | ||
| At most one of the following courses may be used towards elective requirements: | ||
| Archeological Method and Theory (undefined) | ||
| Ethnographic Methods WE (3) | ||
| General Ecology (3) | ||
| Conservation Biology (3) | ||
| Plant Ecology (3) | ||
| Literature of Cultures and Places (3) | ||
| Introduction to Environmental Studies (3) | ||
| Water Resources Management (3) | ||
| Environmental Policy WE (3) | ||
| Culture Ecology and Health (3) | ||
| Environmental Ethics (3) | ||
| Survey Research Design (3) | ||
Or other advisor-approved electives | ||
Graduation Requirements
- Grade of C- or higher in all courses used to satisfy requirements of the minor.
Graduation Plan
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| GEOG 1000 | Introduction to Physical Geography PP | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| GEOG 130G | Survey of World Geography GI SS | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| GEOG 3600 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 4 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| Minor Elective | 4 | |
| Credit Hours | 4 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Semester 5 | ||
| Minor Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| Minor Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 20 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Explain the components and varied interconnections between physical and human geographies across a range of spatial and temporal scales.
- Evaluate the geographic underpinnings of environmental and societal issues.
- Develop awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures and global perspectives.