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    Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Geography

    About The Academic Program

    The department established in 1399 AH as one of the departments in females’ colleges affiliated with the General Presidency for Girls' Education. It continued under the presidency until the issuance of the noble order in 1427 AH to establish the first university for women in Riyadh under the supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education. The Geography Department aims to adopt the latest methods and trends to follow the continuous development in the educational process to prepare graduates that meet international quality standards, development requirements, and the job market needs to achieve a set of strategic objectives.

    Major

    Environmental Geography

    Language of instruction

    Arabic

    Duration

    4 Years

    Academic degree

    Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Geography

    Career opportunities

    The Department provides job opportunities for program graduates in two tracks: Environmental Geography and Geographic Information Systems, in various government sectors and private sector companies, such as: • Marine Surveyor. • Cartographer. • Astronomer. • Statistical Data Collector. • Statistical Encoder. • Statistical Classifier. • Statistical Researcher. • Statistical Specialist. • Municipal Council Researcher. • Municipal Council Specialist. • Region Affairs Specialist. • Protocols Secretary. • Student Supervision Specialist. • Cartographer. • Geodetic Surveyor. • Air Surveyor. • Diplomatic Attaché. • Diplomatic Secretary. • Tour Guide. • Work in the field of archaeology and museums. • Geography Teacher. • Teaching Assistant – Lecturer – Professor. • Environmental Protection. • Geographic Illustrator. • Environmental Specialist. • Meteorologist.

    Nature and Goals of the Program

    Environmental Studies is an academic field that examines human interactions with the environment in order to solve complex problems associated with air pollution and attempts to predict hazards before they occur. It also aims to find solutions to minimize the damage and preserve the environment. This field encompasses environmental planning and the development of foundations and policies that contribute to environmental sustainability and development

    1 Providing a distinguished program in the field of environmental studies and geographic information systems technology that keeps pace with all the latest developments in the field of geographical studies and their technologies and encourages partnerships
    2 Meeting the needs of the labor market for qualified and trained competencies in geographic information systems technology and environmental studies that contribute to achieving sustainable development plans.
    3 Establishing a culture of volunteer and awareness work to enhance community service.

    1 For the student to know the basic concepts in natural and human environmental geography and the mutual relationship between them and other sciences.
    2 The student should explain the role of environmental geography in protecting the environment and methods of planning and development in accordance with sustainability goals and indicators.
    3 The student will review the various geographical factors and their spatial and environmental impacts.
    4 The student should read maps and aerial photographs related to environmental phenomena and interpret them
    5 The student should employ geographical concepts, theories and models in scientific research and field study.
    6 The student will use geographic information techniques and its applications to interpret and evaluate environmental events
    7 The student designs, analyzes and produces maps.
    8 The student should evaluate environmental problems and their solutions in a way that serves the goals of sustainable development.
    9 The student should evaluate environmental problems and their solutions in a way that serves the goals of sustainable development.
    10 The student should contribute to raising awareness to preserve the environment and consider this a religious, national and humanitarian duty.
    11 The student will work in groups to manage the team and work efficiently with others.

    1 Cognitive awareness of geographic studies and their fields in geographic information systems and remote sensing and their connection to other sciences
    2 Acquire and learn a variety of geographical information and apply theories and laws using statistical and technological methods
    3 Knowledge of methods of analyzing and evaluating geographic problems to develop solutions and make decisions
    4 The ability to use statistical and mathematical methods and modern technologies to keep pace with rapid scientific change in geographical fields
    5 Being able to apply geographic techniques in field research and studies
    6 Commitment to Islamic and professional ethics and values that serve societal responsibility
    7 Ability to manage work teams on various geographical issues and issues
    8 Keeping pace with scientific development to develop personal skills by participating in academic and professional activities
    9 Taking the initiative in volunteer work and contributing to community service

    Study Plan

    Course Code Course Title Credit
    Ethics and Islamic Values 2
    Islamic Banking and Economics 2
    Community Building in Islam 2
    English Language (1) 3
    English Language (2) 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit
    Communication Skills 2
    Creative Writing 2
    Writing Academic Reports 2
    Emotional Intelligence Course 2
    Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
    Principles of Projects Management 2
    Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
    Principles of E-Commerce 2
    Financial Literacy 2
    Leadership and Change Management 2
    Health Awareness 2
    Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
    Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
    Fitness and Sport Science 2
    Sustainable Development 2
    Global Citizenship 2
    Lifelong Learning Skills 2
    Sustainable Ecosystems 2
    History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
    Community Building in Islam 2
    Good Citizenship Values 2
    Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
    Studies in Saudi Literature 2
    Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
    Basics of Programming 2
    Data Analysis and Management 2
    Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
    Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
    Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit

    Course Code Course Title Credit
    Geography of the Islamic world 2
    Planning and Development 2
    Social Geography 2
    Geography of Seas and Oceans 2
    Climate Change 2
    Ecosystems 2
    The Seas and Oceans Geography 2
    Geography of Major Cities 2
    Major Cities (Study in Urban Geography) 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    The Holy Quran 1 4
    Rules of Quran Recitation 1 2
    English Language (1) 3
    English Language (2) 3 ENG101OR ENG101-1
    Introduction into Geography 2
    Statistics 3
    Social work and Voluntary 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Reading Comprehension Skills and Speaking 3
    Introduction into Surveying and Mapping 3
    Biography of the Prophet (Values and Behavior) 2
    Principles of Information and Technology Systems 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Geography 2
    Population Geography 2
    Economic Geography 2
    Geography of Health 2
    Geography of services 2
    Distribution Maps 2 Geo141OR Geo141T

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Methodology of Geographical Research 2
    Geomorphology 2 Geo101OR GEO100T
    Biogeography 2
    Introduction into Geographic Information Systems 3
    Introduction into Remote Sensing 3
    Geography Readings in English 2
    Geography of Urbanization 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Weather and Climate Geography 3
    Fundamentals of Ecology 2
    Natural Reserves 2
    Geography of Arid Lands 2
    Water Resources 3
    Geography of Tourism 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Statistical Methods in Geography 2
    Natural Hazards Geography 2 Geo312OR Geo322T
    Applied Climatology 2 Geo211
    Environmental Sustainability 2
    Political Geography 2
    Remote Sensing in Environment 3
    Fundamentals of Databases 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Geography of Soil 2 Geo312OR Geo322T
    Field Study Methods 2
    Applied Geomorphology 3 Geo212
    Protection of the Natural Environment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2
    Regional Planning 2
    Geography of Transport and Communications 2
    Maps Designing and Reading 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    CO-OP Training 6
    Graduation Project 3