BA/BSc Geography
Undergraduate honours syllabus offering a robust foundation in Physical, Human, and Regional Geography along with immense practical surveying expertise.
Year 1
Foundation
Physical Geography
Introduction to Earth's physical systems: lithosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere. A comprehensive foundation for understanding natural phenomena.
Minimum Requirements
- Earth's Interior
- Weathering
- Atmospheric Pressure
- Hydrological Cycle
Human Geography
Study of human societies, cultures, economies, and their interaction with the environment. Explores spatial patterns of demographic and cultural traits.
Minimum Requirements
- Population Growth
- Migration Patterns
- Cultural Hearths
- Settlement Types
Cartography (Theory & Practical)
Basics of map reading, scale, representation of relief, and map projections.
Minimum Requirements
- Map Scales
- Contour Lines
- Toposheet Interpretation
- Basic Projections
Environmental Studies
Core environmental concepts, pollution, and conservation efforts.
Minimum Requirements
- Ecosystems
- Natural Resources
- Climate Change
- Environmental Laws
Year 2
Core Concepts
Geomorphology
In-depth study of landforms and the processes that shape them.
Minimum Requirements
- Folds & Faults
- Volcanism
- Fluvial Cycle of Erosion
- Coastal Landforms
Climatology & Oceanography
Advanced weather systems, ocean currents, and marine relief.
Minimum Requirements
- Air Masses
- Cyclones
- Ocean Temperature
- Coral Reefs
Economic Geography
Spatial distribution of economic activities and resources.
Minimum Requirements
- Primary Activities
- Industrial Location Theory
- World Trade
- Transport Networks
Map Work & Surveying
Practical field surveying techniques using traditional and modern tools.
Minimum Requirements
- Prismatic Compass Survey
- Plane Table Survey
- Dumpy Level
- GPS Basics
Year 3
Advanced Topics
Regional Geography of India
Detailed physical and socio-economic study of the Indian subcontinent.
Minimum Requirements
- Physiographic Divisions
- Drainage Systems
- Agriculture Regions
- Industrial Belts
Population Geography
Dynamics of population distribution, composition, and demographic transitions.
Minimum Requirements
- Demographic Transition Model
- Population Policies
- Age-Sex Pyramids
- Urbanization
Political Geography
Spatial aspects of political processes, boundaries, and geopolitics.
Minimum Requirements
- State vs Nation
- Frontiers & Boundaries
- Geopolitical Theories
- Electoral Geography
Remote Sensing & GIS
Introduction to spatial technologies, aerial photography, and GIS software.
Minimum Requirements
- Aerial Photogrammetry
- Satellite Sensors
- GIS Data Models
- Image Classification