Department of Geography

Department of Geography

About the Department

The Department of Geography, established with the inception of the college, is committed to academic excellence through quality teaching, research, experiential learning, and geospatial technologies. Guided by the wisdom of renowned geographers:

“Geography comes through the soles of one’s shoes.”

-James Fairgrieve

“Geography is concerned to provide accurate, orderly, and rational descriptions and interpretations of the variable character of the Earth’s surface.”

-Richard Hartshorne

“Man is a product of the Earth’s surface.”

-Ellen Churchill Semple

The department integrates classroom teaching with field surveys, GIS, Remote Sensing, GPS, and digital cartography to provide a dynamic learning environment. It aims to develop environmentally conscious, socially responsible, and professionally competent graduates capable of addressing contemporary geographical and environmental challenges.

Vision

To be a centre of excellence in Geography by promoting innovative teaching, research, geospatial technologies, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development.

Mission

• Provide learner-centred, experiential, and multidisciplinary education.
• Promote excellence in GIS, Remote Sensing, GPS, and digital mapping.
• Foster research, innovation, and environmental sustainability.
• Strengthen community engagement, leadership, and ethical values.
• Prepare students for higher education, research, and professional careers.

Objectives

• Develop a strong understanding of physical, human, and environmental geography.
• Promote field-based learning, spatial analysis, and practical applications.
• Equip students with modern geospatial and digital mapping skills.
• Enhance awareness of climate change, disaster management, and sustainable development.
• Strengthen research, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Encourage innovation, lifelong learning, and employability in line with NEP 2020.
• Foster community engagement and environmental responsibility through outreach activities.

Digital Learning Resources have been developed for all 12 undergraduate Geography courses by Dr. Jagdish Chand, Assistant Professor of Geography. These resources are freely accessible to Geography students and teachers to support teaching, learning, and academic excellence.

Digital Learning Resources in Geography