University General Course Catalog 2017-2018 
    
    Nov 25, 2024  
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Geography (Globalization, Politics and Place Specialization), B.A.


Description


The Geography Department offers a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science with a specialization in Globalization, Politics and Place. The GPP specialization emphasizes proficiency in social and cultural geography and develops skills in critical thinking, research techniques, and oral and written communication. Students obtaining the GPP specialization will learn and apply geographic information about cultural, political and economic systems and processes to understand how people, places and regions are linked globally. Students may choose to take Internship credits that count towards their degree. This specialization is recommended for students interested in career fields that involve international relations and diplomacy, development, government, urban policy, non-profit and non-governmental work, teaching, and graduate studies in Geography or related disciplines. 

Students are encouraged to meet with their assigned departmental advisor every semester. 

http://www.unr.edu/degrees/geography/ba

Contact Information


201 Mackay Science
775-784-6995

Jennifer O’Neil (freshman, sophomore, and new transfer students) - joneil@unr.edu

Graduation Requirements


 

Total Units 120
Cumulative GPA 2.0
University GPA 2.0
Major GPA 2.0
Residency Requirement 30 Upper-Division Units at UNR
Major Residency Requirement 15 Upper-Division Units in the major at UNR
Upper-Division Requirement 40 Upper-Division Units
Half Program Units/4 Year Institution 60 Units

 

I. Silver Core General Education Requirements (25-29 units)


NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “Core English and Math Completion Policy  .”

Students in this major must meet all Silver Core Objectives (CO1 through CO14). Courses satisfying Core Objectives are designated (e.g., CO9) in General Catalog curricula and course description.

A. Silver Core Writing and Prerequisite (3-6 units) - CO1, CO3


B. Silver Core Mathematics and Prerequisite (3 units minimum) - CO2


C. Silver Core Natural Sciences (7-8 units) - CO4, CO4L


D. Silver Core Social Sciences (3 units) - CO6


E. Silver Core Fine Art (3 units) - CO7


Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter for a list of approved CO7 courses .

II. Additional Silver Core Requirements (9 units maximum)


Students must take courses that satisfy the following Core Objectives. Some or all of these Silver Core Objectives may be satisfied in the Major Requirements (Section IV). Refer to the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

A. Science, Technology & Society Course - CO9


The following recommended courses can also be used in the Geography Electives:

B. Diversity & Equity Course - CO10


The following recommended course can also be used in the Geography Electives:

C. Global Context Course - CO11


D. Ethics Course - CO12


E. Capstone Integration & Synthesis Course - CO13


The following recommended courses can also be used in the Geography Electives:

F. Application Course - CO14


III. Additional College Requirements (0-14 units)


Units may vary depending on initial course placement in foreign language.

A. Foreign Language


Successful completion of the foreign language requirement may be accomplished through one of four options:

  1. complete a fourth semester college course in a foreign language or in American Sign Language;
  2. demonstrate proficiency through placement examination or other means determined by the Department of World Languages and Literatures, including minimum CBAPE, SAT II, or IB scores;
  3. show transcript evidence of successful completion of four years of high school coursework in the same foreign language; or
  4. participate in a Studies Abroad program pre-approved by the college to meet the foreign language requirement.

IV. Major Requirements (42 units)


A. Geography Core (15 units)


B. Globalization, Politics and Place Specialization (18 units)


Students may not use the same course to fulfill the Regional and Elective requirements.

C. Geography Upper-Division Electives (9 units)


It is recommended that students consult with an undergraduate adviser in selecting Geography courses related to their chosen areas of interest. Student must choose from upper division courses, 300 level and above within the Geography program.

V. Minor Requirements (18-21 units)


Students may complete any minor approved by the University, except that students may not receive credit for both a minor and a major in the same discipline. Completion of a second major or degree approved by the university satisfies this requirement.

VI. Electives (5-26 units)


VII. Recommended Schedule


A. First Year


Fall Semester (16 units)


Spring Semester (16 units)


B. Second Year


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


C. Third Year


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


D. Fourth Year


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (13 units)