Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Geography
Explore the integral links between the land’s natural features and how we interact with them through a Bachelor's in Geography at the University of North Alabama.
More than just the study of Earth’s surface and its unique habitats, geography is a broad scope of science that seeks to answer questions concerning our place and role within the world, giving students a framework to make a lasting difference.
Whether you’re passionate about protecting natural resources, developing the new wave of sustainable environmental technologies, or like to travel and spend time outdoors, a Bachelor of Arts/Science in Geography will provide a well-rounded education so that you are primed for wherever your career takes you.
Time to Complete
4 years
Modality Offered
In-person
Online
Credentials
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Why the University of North Alabama?
UNA is well-known for its commitment to academic excellence, with our small classes, experiential learning initiatives, and passionate faculty mentoring and empowering students to make the most of their learning experience.
On top of our University’s core setup and values, the Department of Geoscience is uniquely positioned as the only department with its very own alumni association. The UNA Geography Alumni Association (UNAGAA) has remained a crucial part of current and former students’ professional development since its creation in 2005.
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Geography Curriculum
What can I do with a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Geography?
The career possibilities with a Bachelor’s in Geography are more varied than you might think. Not exclusively limited to the STEM industries, geography majors can work in a wide array of occupations such as, but not limited to:
- Airline pilot
- Business marketer
- Educator
- Park ranger
- Law Enforcement officer
- Surveyor
- Cartographer
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Compliance agent
- Military Analyst
- Photographer
- Urban planner
- Natural Resource Manager
- Agricultural Manager
- Tourism/Hospitality agent
- City manager
- Geospatial analyst
- Real estate appraiser
- Computer programmer
- Travel writer