PG Department of Geography

Geography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments. Geographers explore both the physical properties of Earth’s surface and the human societies spread across it. They also examine how human culture interacts with the natural environment and the way that location and places can have an impact on people. Geography seeks to understand where things are found, why they are there, and how they develop and change over time.

Geography has been called “the world Discipline” and “the bridge” between human and physical sciences. Specialists in geographic techniques study the ways in which geographic processes can be analyzed and represented using different methods and technologies.

Now, there are many satellites and other above-Earth vehicles that help geographers figure out what the surface of the planet looks like and how it is changing.

Geography department offers PG and UG Programmes (M.Sc & B.Sc Geography) several career options with numerous specializations.

Cartography – Geographers who specialize in this sub-category of geography make maps, charts, globes, and models

Survey – Geographers can specialize in surveying, either by joining the Survey of India or state survey Departments or private organizations. Surveyors map the surface of the earth through mathematical observations and field work. This is one of many geography jobs in India.

Urban and Regional Planning – The specialization is concerned with planning, housing, and development projects with respect to their location and utilization of available land-space. There are degree courses available in this stream.

Town Planning – Town planners are employed by public and private organizations engaged in urban planning and design and by NGOS involved in rural development projects. Many universities offer diploma courses in the specialized field of town planning.

Remote Sensing – Studies of quickly changing phenomena such as floods, draught and forest fires, etc. Remote sensing satellites provide a variety of information about the earth’s surface

Climate Change Analysis – As a professional in this field, geographers are required to analyse scientific data and conduct research concerning climate and climate change and make prediction regarding the future of Earth’s climate and weather.

Geospatial Analyst – A geospatial analyst analyses geographical data, designs databases, uses this data in GIS applications for a wide array of sectors including military, real estate, environment, and government.

Depending on their area of specialization, geographers may be employed as forest managers or in agricultural or economic institutes or as demographers in government and research organizations. A geography background is also an asset for careers in travel and tourism, particularly for travel Journalism. You can also be employed as climatologists, geomorphologists, GIS specialists, and hydrologists.