Geography is what helps us make sense of the world in which we exist.
Geographers draw upon theories from both the physical and social sciences. As physical
scientists, they study the processes and resulting features of the earth’s surface,
such as vegetation, climate, soils, landforms, and resources. As social scientists,
geographers explore such topics as the arrangement of societies on the earth’s surface,
land use patterns, urbanization, resources and energy usage, and environmental conservation.
Therefore, geography includes a wide range and variety of academic disciplines in
both the physical and social sciences. It is truly an integrating discipline.
The Associate of Arts (local) Degree in Geography can be attained without buying textbooks.
For more information, visit the ZTC Webpage or Search for Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) sections in the class schedule, by selecting
ZTC under "Course Type."
ZTC applies to specific sections, and not necessarily all sections of a course in
an academic plan.
Duration
We offer a local Associate of Arts (AA) degree, and an Associate of Arts for Transfer
Degree in Geography. These degrees can be earned in 4 semesters if you are a full-time
student and prepare you for transfer to a four-year institution. A certificate of
proficiency can be earned in as little as one semester.
Certificates of Proficiency are designed for the student who needs to be prepared
for effective interaction in a diverse workplace or other settings. A department-issued
certificate may be awarded upon successful completion of a prescribed course of study.
These certificates will not appear on a student’s transcript.
For more information, please visit our department webpage: Geography
Each sample academic plan below represents one possible pathway for the program and
is for reference only. We highly encourage you to meet with a counselor to create
an education plan specific to your goals!
Also see Social and Behavioral Sciences ACP.
| Major | Course | Class Title | Requirement | Units | Semester | GE Pattern | Options | Milestones |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
*An asterisk indicates that there might be some flexibility around this course selection. Please see a counselor for more information.
Note: This is not an educational plan. Pathways for transfer to CSUs (California State Universities) can vary by institution. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop an individualized plan for your academic goal.
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