Cartography for Intl Affairs

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

This is an introductory course in practical cartography, intended to equip students with the skills to make their own geographic arguments. Just as clear and compelling writing is essential in scholarship and foreign policy, creating a map can provide a powerful visual message in professional and academic works. Whether making a standalone thematic map, illustrating a written work, or creating an engaging business proposal, the ability to make original maps is a skill that empowers a person to deliver a more powerful and tailored message.