Geography is the study of the Earth, its physical and human landscapes, and the interactions between them. Discover the world through an inspired lens and gain a deeper understanding of the issues affecting our natural environment.
Why study geography at Capilano University?
Geography is a fascinating area of study for those who are curious about the world. You’ll come to better understand the factors that impact our planet and you’ll gain the ability to keenly observe your surroundings.
CapU’s courses span a broad range of disciplines. Expand your understanding of human geography and physical landscapes – and the relationship between them.
Observe and explore
CapU’s campus on Vancouver’s North Shore is an ideal location for exploring our physical environment. Many of our courses include field trips to observe examples of both physical and human geography.
Our small class sizes offer the opportunity to integrate lab work into our physical geography courses. This makes it possible for greater interaction and individual attention.
You’ll learn to interpret maps, master lab and field techniques, and hone your research and problem-solving skills.
Careers paths and further education
CapU’s geography courses are a good choice for students interested in a career directly relating to geography, those pursuing work in education, students who need both science and arts electives, and those who wish to look at the world from a whole new perspective.
Geography can open the door to careers in a wide variety of fields such as resource management, recreation and urban planning, environmental consulting or teaching. Others have pursued careers in disaster response, cartography, tourism, law and politics.