The Department of Geography and the Environment at the University of Richmond encourages students to explore the earth’s human and natural processes through critical thinking, spatial theory and geospatial technology. The interdisciplinary program leads to a:
The department’s emphasis on interdisciplinary study prepares geography students for a variety of careers through a breadth of courses combining elements from both the natural and social sciences. In addition, students learn how to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing and the Global Positioning System (GPS) to analyze the spatiality of natural, human and physical phenomena.
The geography faculty’s innovative research, stimulating teaching and unique combination of natural, social and technical training prepares students to confront complex global trends such as climate change, globalization and deforestation.
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