Bachelor of Arts - Geography - Metropolitan Area Planning

Geography students explore Earth’s natural and cultural environments using methods from the natural sciences and the social sciences. They study climate, weather, landforms, water resources, and plants and animals, as well as peoples, societies, economies, and cities. These phenomena overlap in intricate ways, giving rise to distinctive places and regions. Geography’s approach emphasizes Earth’s spatial relationships and patterns, and the processes that govern them, whether found in nature or in human behavior.

The Bachelor of Arts in Geography with a concentration in Metropolitan Area Planning helps students understand how cities have evolved, with an emphasis on spatial patterns and the role of transportation in structuring settlements. The concentration provides them with skills for designing cities that address important issues such as sustainability, affordable housing and transportation, a strong civic life, and public health and safety.