Department of Geography & Planning

Programs

Undergraduate programs

BA in Geography 36 credits

With a wealth of natural and cultural landscapes in Central Minnesota, you will learn the latest theories and technology at one of the most comprehensive geography programs in Minnesota.

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BA in Hospitality and Tourism 57 credits

Hotels, event planning, destination management - become a force in a multi-trillion dollar industry.

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BA in Planning and Community Development 42 credits

Gain the knowledge and credentials to work in the field of planning with a bachelor's degree, undergraduate or graduate certificate. All classes offered in person and online.

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BS in Land Surveying and Mapping Sciences 49 credits

Receive the education to become a licensed land surveyor, surveying technician, cartographer, and more at the only program of its kind in the six-state Upper Midwest.

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Minors

British Studies 20 credits

To declare the British Studies minor, email Dr. Randy Baker to express your interest. 

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Geography 24 credits

To declare the Geography minor, email Dr. Randy Baker to express your interest. 

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Geographic Information Science (GIS) 24 credits

To declare the GIS minor, email Dr. Jeff Torguson to express your interest. 

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Heritage Preservation 24 credits

To declare the Heritage Preservation minor, email Dr. Chuks Ugochukwu to express your interest. 

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Hospitality and Tourism 24 credits

To declare the Hospitality and Tourism minor, email Dr. Randy Baker to express your interest. 

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Planning and Community Development

To declare the Planning and Community Development minor, email Dr. Aspa Rigopoulou-Melcher to express your interest. 

Undergraduate certificate

Land Surveying Certificate 24 credits

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Graduate programs

MS in Geographic Information Science 30-33 credits

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Planning and Community Development & Master of Public Administration (3+2)

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MS in Social Studies Education

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Graduate certificates

Geographic Information Science (GIS) 15 credits

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Planning and Community Development 18 credits

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Geography for Educators

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