Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate the ability to develop a research proposal and carry out an independent research on a chosen topic
  • Develop a substantive claim of the literature in Geography in general and in at least one subfield of the subject.
  • Present and defend research work in oral and written literature using accepted social science research methods.
  • Demonstrate competent skills in the collection, analysis and mapping of geographic data.
  • Apply geographic knowledge and skills to solve a range of problems faced by businesses, industry, government etc.
  • Write effectively and persuasively about key theories, principles and issues in geography, and make appropriate citation of principal sources when making critical written arguments.
  • Know the major theories and important figures in the development of geography;
  • Be able to use geography outside the classroom; and
  • Be able to conduct and communicate the results of geographic research.