Geography for Transfer, AA-T

The proposed Associate in Arts in Geography for Transfer degree (AA-T in Geography) is designed to prepare students to transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Geography. Geography is the academic discipline which studies the earth and its people in their many mutual relationships and regional variations. Geography students examine a broad range of topics- from the physical nature of the earth’s surface and atmosphere to the varied human activities which interrelate with the physical environment and result in a distinct spatial imprint on the land. Upon completion of the Associate in Arts in Geography for Transfer, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of Earth’s complex physical landscape, human activities and how they shape each other at various scales over time. The use of the “Five Themes of Geography” provide students with a framework to study these diverse human and physical landscapes and processes. As a result of its interdisciplinary nature, geography is an outstanding discipline for students who wish to integrate the physical and social sciences.

Pursuant to SB 1440, section 66756, to earn an AA-T in Geography, students must:

Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of degree-applicable courses.
Minimum overall grade point average of 2.0.
Minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major.
Completion of IGETC and/or CSU GE-Breadth.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Identify and demonstrate an understanding of “Five Themes of Geography.”
Demonstrate an understanding of Earth’s physical landscape, human activities, and how they shape each other at various scales over time.

Core Courses:

GEOG 1 PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY 3 Units
GEOG 1L EARTH’S NATURAL ENVIRONMENT LABORATORY 1 Unit
GEOG 2 PEOPLE, PLACES, AND ENVIRONMENTS 3 Units

List A: Select two to three courses (6-9 units).

GEOG 3 WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY 3 Units
OR
GEOG 3H WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY HONORS 3 Units
GEOG 10 INTRODUCTION TO WEATHER AND CLIMATE 3 Units
OR
GEOG 10H INTRODUCTION TO WEATHER AND CLIMATE HONORS 3 Units
GEOG 12 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL MAPPING 3 Units
GEOG 38 CALIFORNIA GEOGRAPHY 3 Units
GEOG 102 GEOGRAPHY FIELD STUDIES: WESTERN UNITED STATES 2 Units

List B: Select two courses (6 units). Any List A course not already used.

GEOG 20 GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES 3 Units
ANTH 2 CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY 3 Units
OR
ANTH 2H CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY HONORS 3 Units

Total Units Required: 19-22

To earn the associate for transfer degree:

See Earning an Associate Degree for associate degree for transfer graduation requirements.

Catalog and Student Handbook

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