BA/BSc Geography
Undergraduate honours syllabus offering a robust foundation in Physical, Human, and Regional Geography along with immense practical surveying expertise.
UGC Aligned BA/BSc Framework
Curriculum follows CBCS-style progression with theory papers, practical components, field exposure, and continuous internal assessment across six semesters.
Year 1
Foundation
Physical and human geography basics with map practicals
Physical Geography
Introduction to Earth's physical systems: lithosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere. A comprehensive foundation for understanding natural phenomena.
Syllabus Modules
- Earth's Interior
- Weathering
- Atmospheric Pressure
- Hydrological Cycle
Human Geography
Study of human societies, cultures, economies, and their interaction with the environment. Explores spatial patterns of demographic and cultural traits.
Syllabus Modules
- Population Growth
- Migration Patterns
- Cultural Hearths
- Settlement Types
Cartography (Theory & Practical)
UGC-oriented map fundamentals, thematic representation, surveying basics and practical cartographic exercises.
Syllabus Modules
- Map scale, projection concepts and coordinate systems
- Topographical sheet interpretation and relief depiction
- Thematic cartography: choropleth, isopleth and diagram maps
- Basic surveying tools: chain, compass and plane table
- +1 more UGC-aligned modules
Environmental Studies
Undergraduate environmental geography aligned with UGC environmental learning outcomes and sustainability awareness.
Syllabus Modules
- Ecosystem structure, trophic levels and ecological balance
- Natural resources and sustainable utilization practices
- Pollution types, monitoring indicators and control measures
- Climate change, adaptation and disaster risk context
- +1 more UGC-aligned modules
Year 2
Core Concepts
Process geography, economy and surveying applications
Geomorphology
Systematic understanding of landform evolution and geomorphic process-response systems.
Syllabus Modules
- Earth structure, tectonics and denudational chronology
- Fluvial, aeolian, glacial and coastal geomorphic systems
- Slope processes and mass movement fundamentals
- Applied geomorphology in planning and hazard studies
Climatology & Oceanography
Foundational atmospheric and marine process studies for undergraduate climatology-oceanography integration.
Syllabus Modules
- Atmospheric composition, heat budget and pressure belts
- Air masses, fronts, cyclones and monsoon systems
- Ocean relief, salinity, temperature and currents
- Atmosphere-ocean interaction and climate variability
Economic Geography
Spatial organization of economic activities with emphasis on resources, industries and transport systems.
Syllabus Modules
- Resource geography and primary sector patterns
- Agricultural systems and food economy geography
- Industrial location theories and regional development
- Transport, trade and globalization networks
Map Work & Surveying
Practical survey methods, map compilation, profile drawing and introductory geospatial instrument handling.
Syllabus Modules
- Compass and plane table surveying procedures
- Levelling, contouring and profile generation
- Field data recording, plotting and correction
- Introductory GPS-based location mapping
Year 3
Advanced Topics
Regional, political, population and geospatial methods
Regional Geography of India
Integrated regional analysis of India with focus on physical setting, resources, economy and population dynamics.
Syllabus Modules
- Physiographic divisions and climatic zones of India
- Soils, vegetation and water resources
- Agriculture, industries and regional disparities
- Population, urbanization and development indicators
Population Geography
Demographic concepts, spatial population structures, migration and policy implications.
Syllabus Modules
- Population distribution, density and growth trends
- Fertility, mortality and demographic transition
- Migration, urbanization and settlement pressure
- Population policy and human development indicators
Political Geography
Geopolitical thought, territory, boundaries, regional conflicts and political processes in spatial context.
Syllabus Modules
- State, nation, territory and sovereignty concepts
- Frontiers, boundaries and borderland studies
- Classical and contemporary geopolitical theories
- Electoral geography and regional political patterns
Remote Sensing & GIS
Introductory geospatial technologies paper focused on RS basics, GIS workflow and map-based interpretation.
Syllabus Modules
- Remote sensing principles and image elements
- Satellite sensors and data products for geography
- GIS data models, layers and attribute management
- Basic image interpretation and thematic mapping