Understand How People Shape—and Are Shaped by—the Environment

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Geography at Trent University explores the complex relationships between people, places, and the environments they inhabit. This program focuses on the social, political, cultural, and economic dimensions of geography, equipping students to analyze human impact on the world and find solutions to some of today’s most pressing global challenges.

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What You’ll Study in the B.A. Geography Program

In the B.A. pathway, you will investigate how human societies interact with their environment through topics such as:

• Urban and rural development

• Population and migration trends

• Resource use and environmental policy

• Climate change and sustainability

• Indigenous land-use and cultural geography

• Globalization and regional inequalities

This human-centered approach to geography offers a broad understanding of how space, place, and environment intersect with society.

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Program Highlights

• Interdisciplinary Learning: Combine geography with fields like political science, sociology, economics, or environmental studies

• Field-Based Experience: Participate in hands-on fieldwork and research projects that connect theory to practice

• Small Class Sizes: Benefit from close interactions with faculty and peers

• Joint Major Options: Customize your degree with a second major in related disciplines

• Research Opportunities: Engage in faculty-led research focused on social, cultural, and environmental change

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Career Opportunities for B.A. Geography Graduates

Graduates of the B.A. in Geography program are well-prepared for careers where understanding human-environment relationships is essential. Career paths include:

• Urban and Regional Planner

• Environmental Policy Analyst

• GIS and Mapping Technician

• Climate Change Strategist

• Community Development Officer

• Sustainability Consultant

• Research Analyst (Government or NGO)

• Teacher or Educator

• Graduate Studies in Geography, Planning, or Public Policy