Geography Minor
Description
The Minor in Geography is a flexible program that offers students the choice of focusing on a specific Geography sub-discipline or following courses of interest in both Human and Physical Geography. Either way, the Minor establishes a comprehensive understanding of conceptual knowledge and applied skills supporting further study in Geography or related fields, engaged citizenship, and introductory employment in the public and private sectors. The degree is especially suitable for those with an interest in Geography who wish to pair study in this field with extensive coursework in other university disciplines. This minor may be applied towards any KPU bachelor's degree.
Admission Requirements
Students pursuing a Minor in Geography must be admitted to KPU for undergraduate studies.
Declaration Requirements
Students pursuing this minor must declare their intention prior to graduation. A minor may only be declared as part of a bachelor’s degree.
Curricular Requirements
Students must achieve a minimum grade of C in all required courses.
Lower Level
| GEOG 1101 | Human Geography | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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| GEOG 1110 | Atmospheric Science | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 1120 | Earth Science | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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| GEOG 2250 | The City | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2310 | Climatology | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2320 | Geomorphology | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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| GEOG 2380 | Qualitative Methods in Geography | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2390 | Quantitative Methods in Geography | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2400 | Introduction to GIS | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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| GEOG 1160 | Geography of British Columbia | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2140 | Regional Geography of Canada | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2170 | Regional Geography of Europe | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2185 | Regional Geography of East Asia | 3 credits | |
| GEOG 2190 | Regional Geography of South Asia | 3 credits | |
Upper Level
| A further 12 credits from courses in GEOG at the 3000 level or higher, including at least 3 credits from courses at the 4000 level | 12 credits | ||
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of the minor as part of a bachelor’s degree program, transcripts will indicate a Minor in Geography.
At a Glance
Faculty of Arts
Geography
Program Type:
- Undergraduate
Credential Granted:
- Baccalaureate Degree
Offered At:
Langley
Richmond
Surrey
Start Date(s):
September
January
May
Intake Type:
Open intake
Format:
Full-time
Part-time
Minimum Credits Required:
- 120
Instructional Cycle:
- Semester-based
Curriculum Effective Date:
- 01-Sep-2018