Bachelor of Arts
- B.A. in Geography: Best suited for students interested in careers in GIS, urban and regional planning, economic & business geography, political geography, and geographic education, or for students who want a broad overview of the discipline with a focus on human geography.
- B.A. in Geography in Medical Geography in Global Health: This is a specialization intended for students interested in social and cultural aspects of medical geography and global health and disease issues. The degree focuses on human impacts, cultural and social aspects of health and disease, and public health planning and management.
- B.A. in Geography in Environmental Geosciences: This specialization is jointly offered by the Departments of Geography and Geological Sciences, and is intended for students interested in land and water aspects of the environment. The degree focuses on human impacts, water and mineral resource exploitation and management, disasters, environmental planning, earth science education, or environmental law.
- B.A in Geography in Geographical Sciences and Sustainability: This specialization is co-offered by Geography and Sustainability Studies, and is intended for students interested in using geospatial technologies to advance sustainability. Students in this specialization learn modern geospatial technologies, such as geographical information system, remote sensing and spatial analysis, and use them to maintain ecological and environmental health, create economic welfare, and pursue social justice in a changing world.
Bachelor of Sciences
- B.S. in Geography :Best suited for someone who wishes to pursue a career in environmental consulting or graduate work in physical geography or related natural sciences, including atmospheric science, geosciences, hydrologic sciences, or meteorology.
- B.S. in Geography in Medical Geography in Global Health: Best suited for someone who wishes to pursue a career in public or animal health or disease management or graduate work in medical geography, public health or related natural sciences, including ecology, biology, or epidemiology/public health. This specialization offers the flexibility for students to prepare for admission to health professions programs.
How to Apply
Contact the Geography Undergraduate Coordinator
Dr. Liang Mao E-mail: liangmao@ufl.edu Phone: (352)-294-7516