What is Geography?: Course Fees 2025, Subjects, Top Colleges, Admissions

If you're looking for Geography alternate course options, I would suggest Environmental Science, Geology, Sociology, Anthropology, and Economics subjects are the best. Let me give you a brief on these subjects for your reference:

• In Environmental Science, you'll learn about the environment and its relation to humans.
• In Geology, you'll study the physical structure and processes of Earth.
• Sociology will teach you about the social structures, human behavior, and societal issues.
• Through Anthropology, you'll explore human societies and cultures.
• And Economics is all about the production, distribution, and consumption of resources.
  
  Hope this will help you!

Hi, if you're preparing for a UG-level Geography entrance exam, I would suggest you to prepare your NCERT syllabus, reference materials, last year's question papers, and read newspapers for current affairs. Don't forget to practice maps. These will help you a lot with Geogaphy entrance exam preparations.

Sure! Here are some popular Geography book recommendations that are my personal favorites:

• Indian And World Geography by Pallavi Saxena.
• Human Geography by Majid Husain.
• The Revenge Of Geography by Robert D. Kaplan.
• Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall.
• Land Of The Seven Rivers: A Brief History Of India'S Geography by Sanjeev Sanyal.
• The Geography of Genius by Eric Weiner.
  
  Hope you'll like them!

Of course, you can pursue a Geography course in Hindi. Many colleges and universities in India offer Geography courses at the Hindi medium level. GIS (Geographical Information Systems) or Environmental Studies are also very popular fields of Geography where students pursue courses in Hindi.

The CUET does not include syllabus of any subject from Class 10. Their exam syllabus is mostly based on the Class 12 NCERT syllabus, while some important concepts from Class 11 can also be a part of the syllabus. So, if you're preparing for the CUET exam for BA Geography or any UG-level course, study from Class 12 syllabus.

Of course, Geography maps are an important part of the entrance exam. These map-based questions are a common practice to assess the candidate's understanding on the Geography.

Geography is initially categorized into 4 sections and then into their sub-sections. For instance,

• Physical Geography - Geomorphology, Climatology, Hydrology, Biogeography, Oceanography, and Pedology.
• Human Geography - Economic Geography, Cultural Geography, Political Geography, Urban Geography, Social Geography, Historical Geography, Population Geography (Demography), Development Geography, and Health Geography.
• And lastly, Environmental Geography.

After Class 12, the best Geography courses are the degree courses like BSc, BA (Hons), BFA, and BA in Geography. However, you can also go for a Diploma or certification courses if you want. The choice completely depends on your future goals and interests.

Yes, you can study Geography course even if you have a PCM background. Many Geography programmes welcome students from a variety of backgrounds, as they bring different perspectives and skills to the table. These skills include critical thinking and problem solving skills, communication skills, research skills, data analysis skills, spatial reasoning skills etc.

Students who want to study Geography courses at the UG level (BA Geography) need to complete their 12th grade from a recognised board. Most colleges allow students from all streams to study Geography as long as they graduate with a minimum of a 40-45% score. Students do not need to compulsorily study Geography in school if they wish to pursue it in their UG. However, students do have to clear entrance exams like CUET to pursue Geography. It is advised that students check the eligibility criteria of the colleges they wish to apply to.

The documents that students require for the admission process to universities generally include:

• Class X, XII Mark Sheet
• Photo ID Proof (like: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.)
• Candidate's Photograph
• Candidate's Signature
• Caste Certificate (if the candidate applies for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD reservation)

Students should check the official websites of the colleges that they wish to apply to, in case any additional documents are also required.

Of course, there are many Geography course options which you can opt for, without preparing for any entrance exams. Some colleges conduct or accept exam scores, while some offer merit-based admission. If you want to pursue a BA in Geography course, seek admission to colleges like Patna Women's College, Isabella Thoburn Degree College, St. Xavier's College, S.S. Jain Subodh PG College, Dr. D.Y. Patil Arts, Commerce and Science College, etc., for merit-based admission. All the best!

Hello, CUET is a national-level entrance and is accepted by many top Geography colleges, including DU, Amity University, Banaras Hindu University, Aligarh Muslim University, Visva Bharati University, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University, and so on. Though their cut-offs are different for every college and university, so check their official websites for accurate details.

It depends on the certificate course you choose. Geographic Information Systems (GIS)-based certifications are in high-demand these days. Urban Planning, Environmental Management, and Disaster Management fields are also good for higher career prospects. Certifications will enhance your knowledge and expertise in a specific domain and will help you land you a high-paying job.

Geography courses are a branch of Humanities and Social Sciences stream which includes the study of Physical Geography and Human Geography including environmental issues, sustainability and nature conservation. Students can pursue Geography courses at various education levels such as BA in Geography, MA in Geography, and PhD in Geography including Diploma and Certifications courses. 

The Geography course duration generally varies from 2 years to 5 years depeding upon the education level. Geography subject requires at least 45% marks in Class 12 in any stream for students to take admission in most government and private colleges of India.

Some of the popular specialisations are Behavioural Geography, Health Geography, Glaciology, Environmental Geography, etc.

• Physical geography: This specialisation focuses on the physical features of the Earth, such as its landforms, climate, and natural resources. Read More: Physical Geography 
• Human geography: This specialisation focuses on the human aspects of the Earth, such as its population, cultures, and economies. Check: Human Geography 
• Environmental geography: This specialisation focuses on the interactions between humans and the environment. Check: Environmental Geography
• GIS (Geographic Information Systems): This specialisation focuses on the use of GIS technology to collect, analyse, and visualise spatial data.

There are many subjects that are essential to the Geography course syllabus. Some major topics that are covered in the curriculum include:

Yes, you can study Geography courses through distance education. You can enroll for a degree at various distance/correspondence colleges where you will learn about various Geography subjects and branches. Some of these institutes have been mentioned below:

The average Geography course fee is not fixed. It varies from institute to institute. A Government college generally provides Geography courses at a lower cost, as it is funded by the state/center. A private college generally offers Geography courses at higher course fees, but generally also has better infrastructure and well-maintained and modern lab equipment, etc. On average, the Geography course fees generally range between INR 1,000 and INR 40,000, and may vary.

 To become a professor, the first step that you need to clear is pursuing a Master. After completing the Masters, you should go for the UGC NET Exam. The UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test) is conducted by the National Testing Agency NTA to select the candidates for Lectureships and Junior Research Fellowships.

 The exam is conducted twice a year in 81 subjects like Humanities, English Literature, Management, etc. Make sure that you meet the required eligibility criteria before applying for this exam like qualification, age norms, etc. There are also other exams like CSIR NET SET, GATE, etc. That can help you pursue your dream of becoming a Professor.

Physical Geography and Human Geography are the two main branches of geography. Physical geography studies the natural features of the Earth, while human geography studies the human aspects of the Earth. Physical Geography is the study of the environment like climate, soil, water etc. whereas Human Geography is the study of developments created by man.

Students can check the duration and other course details of Geography subject that is accepted in most universities of India below:

• The course duration of a Geography course depends on the level at which it is being pursued. 
• A BA Geography course is an undergraduate degree of three years while an MA Geography is a two-year course.
• The course duration of a Diploma in Geography course ranges between 6 months and 1 year, depending on the institute, while a certificate course in Geography is a short-term course, generally less than 6 months.

There are various reasons why students may choose to pursue Geography courses.

• A Geography course helps the student learn specific skills that are essential if they choose to pursue a career in a field like Geographic information systems, Urban planning, Environmental resource management, Disaster Management, Cartography, etc. 
• A study of Geography can help students learn about the interaction of humans with the physical world in detail. This will help students develop knowledge of the world around them, and appreciate the natural wonders of the world.
• Students who want to take Government exams like UPSC will also greatly benefit from studying geography, as it is a mandatory part of the exam pattern.