Program Summary

Selkirk College offers several undergraduate courses
in Geography that transfer as credits towards a
degree in Geography at other institutions.

WHO SHOULD STUDY GEOGRAPHY?

Students who are curious about the world around
them and who enjoy being outdoors are natural
geographers. Geography students study the

spatial relationships between natural and built
environments and culture. Studying geography is a
hands-on experience, and the learning is applicable
to everyday life whether is observing how landscapes
are changing or seeking to understanding cultural
differences. Geography is a “must take” for students
looking to integrate their life experiences into their
educational pursuits.

GEOGRAPHY COURSE OPTIONS

If you need a science credit for another program
or degree, GEOG 130 - Introduction to Physical
Geography (Lab Science) is a great option for
students coming from a variety of backgrounds.
A second year option to consider is GEOG 232 -
Geomorphology (Lab Science).

Many students seeking to work internationally or
work with people from around the world such as
Nursing students and Peace and Justice Studies
students enjoy GEOG 140 - Cultural Geography.

If you aspire to work as a teacher, GIS technician or
planner in British Columbia, understanding the GEOG
136 - Geography of British Columbia is a great asset.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

A geography degree will provide you with the
knowledge and skills you need to begin a variety
of rewarding careers. Geographers work as urban
planners, GIS technicians and analysts, disaster
preparedness planners, teachers, environmental
scientists, remote sensing analysts, transportation
planners, demographers, hydrologists and in a
variety of other areas.

Program Courses

GEOG 130: INTRODUCTION TO
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

GEOG 130: Introduction to Physical Geography is a
study of the natural processes which occur at/or
near Earth’s surface in the biosphere, hydrosphere,
atmosphere and lithosphere. Emphasis is placed

on our local and regional physical geography as

we examine: weather, climate, ocean currents,
climate change; biogeography, soils, hydrology, and

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the development of slopes and fluvial landforms.

An important component of the course is the
integrated aspect of these natural processes and
the influence of human activities on our landscapes.
Throughout the course students will develop skills
reading and interpreting data from maps, remotely
sensed images, tables, graphs and text. Students
will use this information to recognize patterns and
solve problems. Students will practice making field
observations and taking field notes.

Prerequisites: Pre-calculus 11, Foundations 11, Principles
of MATH 71 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better or
written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.

GEOG 136: GEOGRAPHY OF
BRITISH COLUMNBIA

British Columbia is one of the most diverse and

richly endowed provinces in Canada, both in

terms of its natural resources and its people. This
introductory course will cover the physical geography
(physiographic regions, geomorphology, climatology,
and biogeography), resource issues (natural
resources, industry, and conservation) and cultural
geography (First Nations, ethnic diversity, rural and
urban communities) of British Columbia. The course
includes numerous field trips and hands on activities.

Prerequisites: ENGL 12 with a grade of “C” or better or
written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.

GEOG 140: INTRODUCTION TO
CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY

GEOG 140: Introduction to Cultural Geography
studies the relationships between culture, space,
place, and the environment. A wide variety of
cultures, their landscapes, and the changes they are
undergoing will be examined through a geographic
lens. Through Cultural Geography we will begin to
understand cultural differences and open up new
possibilities for solving our own problems as well as
for viewing the rest of the world in less judgmental
terms.

Prerequisites: ENGL 12 with a grade of “C” or better or
written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.

GEOG 232: GEOMORPHOLOGY

A laboratory and project-oriented course dealing
with the development of landforms, with particular
emphasis on local features.

Prerequisites: GEOG 130 or GEOL 132 or RRS 164 with
a grade of “C” or better, or written permission of the
Instructor and School Chair.

Geography

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LENGTH OF STUDY:
Up to One Year

ACCREDITATION:
General Associate of Arts and Transfer to BA

CAMPUS:
Castlegar Campus

Contacts

UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES ADMISSIONS
Admissions Officer (Castlegar)

Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21233

Direct: 250.365.1233

Email: admissions@selkirk.ca

UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES
Program Contact

Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21205
Direct: 250.365.1205

Email: UAS@selkirk.ca

TRACY PUNCHARD

School Chair of UAS; Instructor, English
Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21318
Direct: 250.365.1318

Email: tounchard@selkirk.ca

For all University Arts & Sciences
course descriptions:

see page 260

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