Course Overview
The B.A./B.Sc. in Geography is a multidisciplinary program that explores the physical, environmental, and human aspects of geography. It covers topics like cartography, climatology, GIS, urban planning, and sustainable development, preparing students for diverse careers or research.
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Syllabus:
The B.A./B.Sc. Geography program provides comprehensive knowledge of physical geography, human geography, environmental science, and related fields. It is spread across six semesters, focusing on both theoretical concepts and practical applications.
Semester I:
Introduction to Physical Geography
Fundamentals of Cartography and Map Reading
Climatology: Atmospheric Science and Weather Patterns
Practical: Cartography Lab
Environmental Geography
Semester II:
Human Geography: Population and Settlement Patterns
Geomorphology: Landforms and Earth Processes
Cartographic Techniques: Surveying and GIS
Practical: Map Making and Spatial Data Analysis
Biogeography: Ecosystems and Biodiversity
Semester III:
Economic Geography: Resources and Industrial Development
Urban Geography: City Planning and Urbanization
Remote Sensing: Techniques and Applications
Practical: GIS and Remote Sensing Lab
Regional Geography of India
Semester IV:
Hydrology and Oceanography
Geography of Natural Hazards and Disaster Management
Agricultural Geography: Crops, Patterns, and Trends
Practical: Surveying and Fieldwork Techniques
Population Geography: Global Trends and Issues
Semester V:
Geographical Thought: Theories and Evolution of Geography
Political Geography: Geopolitics and International Boundaries
Transportation and Communication Geography
Practical: Field Work and Research Methods
Environmental Management and Sustainable Development
Semester VI:
Regional Planning and Development
Climate Change and Environmental Challenges
Advanced Remote Sensing and GIS Applications
Practical: Dissertation/Project Work in Geography
Contemporary Issues in Geography
Average Fees: ₹15,000 - ₹80,000 per annum (varies depending on the institution)
Exams:
Admission to B.A./B.Sc. Geography programs is generally based on merit or entrance exams specific to the institutions. Some common entrance exams include:
CUET (Common University Entrance Test)
BHU UET (Banaras Hindu University Undergraduate Entrance Test)
JNUEE (Jawaharlal Nehru University Entrance Exam)
Top 10 Ranking Institutions in India for Geography (Combined Ranking)
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi
University of Delhi, Delhi
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
University of Calcutta, Kolkata
University of Madras, Chennai
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh
University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
Jadavpur University, Kolkata
Osmania University, Hyderabad
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for Geography
University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam
Calicut University, Malappuram
Kannur University, Kannur
Farook College, Kozhikode
Sacred Heart College, Kochi
St. Berchmans College, Changanassery
CMS College, Kottayam
Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram
Christ College, Irinjalakuda