Geography is defined as "the science of place." It is the study of the surface of the earth, the location and distribution of its physical and cultural features, the areal patterns or places that they form, and the interrelation of these features as they affect humans.
Geography is a broad, flexible, synergistic discipline that can integrate other areas of study. Geographers approach global problems from a spatial perspective.
The Geography minor at Winthrop is designed to complement any major course of study. The program also offers courses in state-of-the-art geospatial technologies, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing.
The minor in Geography consists of 15 semester hours of Geography courses to include GEOG 101 (Human Geography) and at least 6 hours in courses numbered above 299.
Course offerings change with each new semester. GEOG 101 is offered every semester and during Maymester. You may view a complete list of courses here.
The Geospatial Environmental Modeling (GEM) Lab is an advanced spatial analysis and remote sensing computational facility.
