B.Sc. (Geography)

Bachelor of Science in Geography

B.Sc. Geography or Bachelor of Science in Geography is an undergraduate Geography course. Geography is the science that deals with the study of the Earth and its lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena. A literal translation would be "to describe or write about the earth". Four historical traditions in geographical research are the spatial analysis of natural and human phenomena (geography as a study of distribution), area studies (places and regions), study of man-land relationship, and research in earth sciences. Bachelor of Science in Geography is of three years duration course and the syllabus is divided into six semesters.

B.Sc. Geography Eligibility

• Aspiring students should have passed 10+2 in any discipline from a recognised school board.

B.Sc. Geography Syllabus

Syllabus of Geography as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

B.Sc. Geography Colleges

• Jamia Millia Islamia - JMI, New Delhi
• Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara
• Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeswara University - JSS University, Mysore
• Rayat Shikshan Sanstha's Dahiwadi College, Satara

B.Sc. Geography Course Suitability

• Applicants those who are interested in collecting and analyzing information using various technical and laboratory-based methods for the collection of environmental information (e.g. GIS, remote sensing and mathematical modelling, etc. are a good match for it.
• Those who have a good analytical mind and have an interest in analyzing and problem-solving, decision-making, critically interpreting data and text, developing a reasoned argument, numerical skills are a good suit for it.
• They also possess team-working, planning skills, presenting oral and written arguments and information, communication and technology skills (ICT) - including word processing, databases, internet communications, information retrieval and online searches.
• Those who want to become teacher and lecturer also are suitable for it.

How is B.Sc. Geography Course Beneficial?

• They can work with various government departments and research institutes as a cartographer, regional and urban planner.
• Several private sector organization using GIS and remote sensing technology also require the service of a qualified geographer.
• Geographers also can join NGOs and other developmental agencies engaged in population studies, rural development and environmental issues.
• Teaching in schools or colleges or universities is also a good option for geographers.
• They can also start their own coaching institutes or tutorials.

B.Sc. Geography Employment Areas

• Academic Institutes
• Urban Planning Bodies
• Cartography Centres
• Content Writing (geological)
• Environment Agencies
• Zoos & National Parks 

B.Sc. Geography Job Types

• Urban Planner
• Cartographer
• GIS Specialist
• Climatologist
• Environmental Management
• Writer or Researcher
• Demographer
• National Park Service Ranger
• Geo Analyst Trainee
• Geography Teacher

Similar Course in B.Sc. Geography

• B.Sc. (Hons) (Geography)

Advance Courses in B.Sc. Geography

• M.Sc. (Geography)
• M.Phil. (Geography)
• Ph.D. (Geography)