The learning outcome is to prepare the students of BA/BSc Honours degree in Geography, to understand the development of the subject and delve around issues suited to the needs of the contemporary world. It covers a wide range of papers covering various themes and also maintains uniformity of structure across universities in the country.Geography being interdisciplinary in nature integrates learning derived from all basic and applied sciences/social sciences
Students of the BA/BSc Honours degree in Geography will learn to use geographic understanding of various sub fields such as physiography, resources, global economic systems, socio- cultural aspects, rural and urban milieu, environmental and disaster studies and mapping methods.
They are trained to read and interpret maps, prepare transect charts and thematic atlas.
They are trained to read and interpret maps, prepare transect charts and thematic atlas.
Students will acquire scientific methodology of data handling, hypothesis generation, testing and analysis.
After the completion of the course, students will also gain knowledge of various technological applications through study of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Science.
The curriculum also provides an opportunity to digitally produce maps and modelling applications.
The students also learn hand on skills to prepare building disaster plans, community disaster preparedness and also awareness creation.
They will also develop an understanding of global issues from economic, social, environmental and political perspectives, which has relevance in further studies all across the globe.
They also develop effective communication skills, team work, travel exposure and zeal of investigation and exploration.
The learners can greatly contribute to the subject through teaching, research and field oriented studies.
The students will also be able to pursue a career in spatial planning, sustainable practices, environmental and resource management.
The students will also be able to pursue a career in spatial planning, sustainable practices, environmental and resource management..
