University General Course Catalog 2013-2014 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
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Geography, B.A.


I. University Core Curriculum Requirements (36-45 units)


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

A. English (3-8 units)


Refer to the “English” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

NOTE: Students who place in ENG 102  are not required to complete ENG 101 .

B. Mathematics (3-5 units)


Select one of the following courses:

C. Natural Sciences (6-8 units)


D. Social Sciences (3 units)


E. Fine Arts (3 units)


Refer to the “Fine Arts” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter of this catalog. 

F. Core Humanities (9 units)


Refer to the “Core Humanities” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

G. Capstone Courses (6 units)


H. Diversity (3 units)


Refer to the “Diversity” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter of this catalog. 

II. Additional 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 five options: complete a fourth semester college course in a foreign language; complete and transfer to UNR a fourth semester course in American Sign Language; demonstrate proficiency through placement examination or other means through the department of foreign languages and literatures; show transcript evidence of successful completion of a fourth year high school course in foreign language; or participate in a studies abroad program preapproved by the college to meet the foreign language requirement.

III. Major Requirements (35-36 units)


A. Geography Core (15 units)


B. Geography Upper-Division electives (20-21 units)


Please consult with a geography advisor for acceptable courses.

IV. Minor (18-21 units)


V. Electives (4-31 units)


VI. Total Units (120 units)


Forty or more units must be in courses numbered 300 - 499.

VII. Recommended Schedule


A. First Year


Fall Semester (16 units)


Spring Semester (16-17 credits)


B. Second Year


Fall Semester (15-16 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


C. Third Year


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


D. Fourth Year


Fall Semester (13 units)


  • GEOG Electives (5 units)
  • Minor Course (3 units)
  • Core Curriculum General Capstone (3 units)
  • General Electives (2 units)

Spring Semester (15 units)