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Geography

Geography

Map Out a Rewarding Future

with a Geography Degree at Bridgewater State University

Gain a comprehensive understanding of how humans intersect with the natural world.

Bridgewater State University’s Department of Geography features programs in urban studies and planning, environmental science and geographic information science for your choice in career paths. In fact, our alumni with geography degrees are working in education, environmental analysis and preservation, libraries, mapmaking and planning.

Our Geography Department offers four undergraduate geography degrees and three minors, including a concentration in environmental sustainability and minor in urban studies and planning. No matter your chosen study of geography or professional aspirations, BSU’s Geography Department gives you the opportunity to succeed.

Explore new opportunities

Dr. James Hayes-Bohanan and Dr. Vernon Domingo teaching with EarthView globe

Learn from faculty with diverse backgrounds

Our faculty members have been leaders in government agencies, nonprofit organizations and private companies. They’ll bring both professional and academic expertise into your classes about the environmental, human and physical study of geography.

Physical Geography class with 2 students using a streaming table while others take notes at a lab table

Study in small classes

At BSU, you’ll rarely pursue the study of geography with more than 20 students. Our student-to-faculty ratio is 6-to-1, which means you’ll have ample opportunities to connect and network with faculty and staff, as well as fellow urban studies students. 

Dr. Rob Hellstrom helping 2 students while teaching Cartography class

Guidance and Mentorship from Faculty

You’ll also benefit from the guidance and mentorship of our Geography Department faculty, who will provide advice and direction during internships, research projects and study abroad experiences.

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