— Theory & Practice of Geography

Prerequisites & course information

This version has ended; see updated course, below. Course Description: Development, application, and philosophical background of theory in discipline of geography and geographical knowledge production. Similarities and differences in theories employed in physical and human geography and cartography. Geographic contributions to interdisciplinary theory bridging biophysical sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Limited to 20 students. Grade Mode: Letter. GEO 200BN — Theory & Practice of Geography (4 units) Course Description: Development, application, and philosophical background of theory in discipline of geography and geographical knowledge production. Similarities and differences in theories employed in physical and human geography and cartography. Geographic contributions to interdisciplinary theory bridging biophysical sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Open to graduate students; limited to 20 students. Grade Mode: Letter. This course version is effective from, and including: Winter Quarter 2027. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Limited to 20 students. Grade Mode: Letter. GEO 200BN — Theory & Practice of Geography (4 units) Course Description: Development, application, and philosophical background of theory in discipline of geography and geographical knowledge production. Similarities and differences in theories employed in physical and human geography and cartography. Geographic contributions to interdisciplinary theory bridging biophysical sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Open to graduate students; limited to 20 students. Grade Mode: Letter. This course version is effective from, and including: Winter Quarter 2027.