Geography

For students planning to pursue a Geography major and transfer to a four-year institution, as a general rule, students should follow the Associate of Science Degree in General Studies at Grayson College as part of the Science and Technology Career Pathway. All students are advised to counsel with the university/college of their choice to determine which courses offered at Grayson College are applicable to that institution's bachelor's degree in their desired major.

GEOG 1302 - Cultural Geography

Introduction to the concepts which provide a foundation for continued study of geography. Includes the different elements of natural environment as related to human activities, modes of living and map concepts. The first semester emphasizes physical geography and the second semester emphasizes cultural geography. This particular course focuses on the development of regional variations of culture. Topics include the distribution of races, religions, and languages. Aspects of material culture are also included. Emphasis is on origins and diffusion.

GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography

Study of major world regions with emphasis on prevailing conditions and developments, including emerging conditions and trends, and the awareness of diversity of ideas and practices to be found in those regions. Course content may include one or more regions.

GEOG 2312 - Economic Geography

Analytical study of the historical development of particular economic distributions as they relate to social, cultural, political, and physical factors. Includes critical inquiry into the reasons for location of various types of economic activity, production, and marketing.

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