Department of Geography

• Started

  2012

• Intake

Mr. Prakash G. Shinde

Head of Department

The Department of Geography was established in 2012, under BA (Programme) Course. It offers undergraduate courses along with additional Skill Based Short –Term Certificate Course in GPS (Global Positioning System). In order to broaden the horizon of understandings about the Geographical studies.

The Department of Geography has always committed for excellence. Along with the theoretical framework. The department extra care is taken to pay individual attention to the students in their academic work. Students are encouraged for Project work and problem solving sessions to develop innovative and analytical approach in learning process. Recent performance of students in the department also shows improvement in knowledge and skills among students.

Alumni of the department have also contributed to the growth and development of the college and the department.

Experts in different allied fields are invited for interaction and curriculum development, whenever necessary by the department.

Currently, the department is well equipped with Computers with internet connectivity, Wi-Fi facility , various Toposheets Maps, Thematic Maps , Weather Maps, Survey Instrument, Departmental library etc. to provide students an effective learning environment.

The department also encourages and facilitates scholars to pursue their career in higher studies and conducting research with ethics and academic integrity in the field of Geography and allied disciplines.

Scope

The Scope of the Course cover the field such as Geomorphology, Human Geography, Climatology, Statistical Methods in Geography, Geography of India, Environmental Geography, Field Work and Research Methodology, Geography of Maharashtra, Agriculture Geography, Tourism Geography, Settlemeny Geography, Population Geography, tool and Techniques in Geography for Spatial Analysis.

The prospect of this course lies in Survey of India, Space application centre, Urban and rural development departments, Metropolitan development corporation, Social and environmental research organizations. This course makes a sound foundation for the students willing the perusing higher education in the discipline of Geography, Geology, Metrology and Urban and Regional Planning.

After completion of undergraduate programs in Geography, students will be able to,

• Analyze the earth as an integrated human-environment system by examining changing interactions at different spatial and temporal scales.
• To understand the subject matter of various branches of physical and human geography.
• To analyze geographical data and interpret its significance within the context of human-environment relations.
• Communicate geographical concepts and data effectively using oral, written and visual forms.
• Contribute effectively to pursue innovative solutions to human-environment problems.
• Investigate complex real world challenges using appropriate concepts, methods, and tools from one or more geographical sub-disciplines.
• Explain societal relevance of geographical knowledge and apply it to real world human-environment issues.

Vision

To achieve the excellence in higher learning with academic integrity by dedicated teaching and promoting research in the discipline of Geography.

Mission

Enlightening students to understand the processes, dynamics and outcomes of interactions of the Earth’s physical and human environments and it’s subsystems with changing time and space.

Aims and Objectives

• To enhance students ability to apply their specialized knowledge in the geographical field.
• To develop employability skills and competencies to meet the employment needs of society.
• Motivate students to develop the ability to serve in an entrepreneurial environment.
• To create interest among the students in carrying out research activities in the subject of geography.

Core Values

• To play a role in maintaining honesty and integrity and academic integrity in achieving the set objectives related to courses and programmes.
• Fulfilling the responsibilities of all stakeholders and meeting the needs of society.
• Following high ethical standards in teaching and research works. Encouraging student’s creativity and innovation in research, and development of leadership qualities and professional skills.
• Nurturing young talents and providing all possible supports for the holistic development of students as a good human being.

Salient Features Of Department

1. Interdisciplinary approach integrating physical and human geography.

2. Cutting-edge research in GIS and remote sensing technologies.

3. Fieldwork opportunities for hands-on learning experiences.

4. Focus on environmental sustainability and conservation.

5. Faculty expertise in various geographic regions and thematic areas.

6. Strong emphasis on critical thinking and analytical skills development.

7. Collaborative projects with local communities and government agencies.

8. Access to state-of-the-art geographical information systems (GIS) labs.

Under Graduate Courses

Certificate Courses

Fee Stucture