Geography
Description of Major
Geography is the science that describes the earth's surface with particular reference to the differentiation and relationships of areas. At Carthage, Geography is a modern applied science that retains its ancient, traditional role as a liberal art. Many societal problems have geographic dimensions and an education in geography provides essential skills for real-world problem solving.
Relevant Coursework
Physical Geography, Cultural Geography, Political and Economic Geography, Climatology, Map Making and Interpretation, Geomorphology, GIS, Math, Computer Science, Urban Planning, Statistics, Environmental Analysis
Current Outlook
Why take Geography at Carthage?
OUTLOOK FOR FIELD
Employment of regional and urban planners is expected to grow more slowly than average through 2006. Demand for surveyors and mapping scientists is expected to decline slightly through 2006, as the widespread availability and use of advanced technologies, such as GIS, increases. Employment may fluctuate along with construction activity.
SALARY
The national average starting salary for geography majors was $23,399 in 2001. New graduates of master's program in geological and related sciences earned an average of $42,875 in 2001. Geographers with a few years experience earn $38,109 on the average and urban planners with some experience make $33,993 on the average.
What can I do with a major in Geography?
POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS
Please note that list includes careers requiring differing degrees of education and training.
Aerial Photo Interpreter
Geographic Analyst
GIS Analyst/Programmer
Computer Mapping Specialist
Map Curator/Librarian
Market Location Researcher
Site Selection Analyst
Geologist
Economic Geographer
Land Use Planner
Cartographer
Urban Planner/Developer
Surveyor
COMPANIES EMPLOYING CARTHAGE GRADUATES OF THIS MAJOR
Valassis Communications, Inc. - Target Market Analyst
Baxter Healthcare - Operations Planning Analyst
Rand McNally - Digital Cartographer
Walgreen Company - Site Analyst
Enviro Staff - Environmental Technician
Wisconsin Woods and Water Magazine - Associate Editor
Highland Middle School - Teacher Assistant
Graduate Studies in: Geography, Public Administration