Geography University of Lethbridge

Overview

The primary focus of the Geography BA program offered at University of Lethbridge is to give you the skills necessary to analyze the organization and interaction of all creatures and ecological processes on the planet — and sometimes beyond it — to address real-world issues.

Key Facts

The department is particularly strong in the areas of geographical information science (GIS) and remote sensing, water research and rural & urban studies; areas of spectacular growth in research, teaching and employment for our graduates.

You'll have access to the latest hardware and software available in geography, economics, environment, agriculture, ecology, planning etc, as well as state-of-the-art facilities like the Alberta Water and Environmental Science Building. This facility provides the infrastructure to support the research interests of our award-winning faculty, your instructors, as they investigate diverse areas such as: weather and climate, water, glaciers, sediments, plants and insects.

Possible Careers

Related fields | Our graduates often secure employment with local, provincial and federal government departments, or with corporations and consultants around the world. Here are just a few of the options open to you once you’ve earned your degree:

• Academic Research
• Eco-Tourism
• Environmental Consulting
• Environmental Education Specialist
• Environmental Impact Analyst
• GIS Specialist/Technician
• Hydrologist
• Location Analyst
• Municipal & Resource Planning
• Park Management
• Remote Sensing Analyst
• Renewable Resource Management
• Soil Conservation
• Urban or Regional Planner