International Direct - Bachelor of Science - Geography

Program Description

International direct admission to Utah Global is for international students with advanced English-language skills. It focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth so they can excel in school—and prepare for a successful future.

International direct students at Utah Global receive:

• Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework
• Priority access to in-demand courses that fit their interests
• Guidance from academic advisors and mentors
• Career development and networking opportunities
• Intensive classes with domestic students

Geography is a unique field that bridges the physical and social sciences: geographers study not just natural Earth systems but also human societies, examining the interaction between the two. Geographers work with powerful technologies such as geographic information systems (GIS), digital Earth imagery (remote sensing), and spatial modeling. Geography also has a long-standing field tradition, often involving travel to spectacular locations. The University of Utah’s Geography program will provide students with a collaborative, integrated approach to understanding complex geographical challenges, such as climate change, globalization, sustainability, urbanization, and living with hazards. The program curriculum includes courses in environments, human geography, geographical analysis, cartography, and GIS; students then choose courses from the broader areas of physical and human geography, as well as electives from allied fields (such as atmospheric sciences or geology). Geography has a “No Student Left Inside” Initiative that encourages fieldwork and labs in their courses to get technical, real-world experiences. If students want to focus their studies on a particular area, they can pursue an emphasis in up to two of the following areas:

• Climate Change & Landscape Dynamics
  
• Hazards, Resilience & Human Security
• Population, Development & Sustainability
• Remote Sensing of the Environment