The Applied Major in Geography (BSc/BA) is designed to produce well-rounded graduates. Students progress in various courses over a three-year period culminating in a range of specialized and research-led applied courses in their final year. The programme places a greater emphasis on research, fieldwork and project activities than the Major in Geography programme. This major lays a foundation for students who wish to pursue research careers. Fieldwork and project reports are integral to most Level III courses. Transferable skills including data collection, data analysis and presentation of findings in the form of a report are important components of coursework and are frequently sought after by potential future employers. The programme provides a competitive advantage for students planning to embark on a research career directly after the completion of their degree. Programme is usually 3 years unless the student begins at the preliminary level.

• Listing ID: 5381
• Field of Study: Science and Technology
• Institution Category: Universities
• Institution Type: Public
• Awarding Body: The University of the West Indies
• Qualification Level: Level 5 - Bachelor's Degree
• Education Sector: Higher Education
• ISCED Code: 05 Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics- 053 Physical Sciences- 0532 Earth Sciences
• Qualification Developer: The University of the West Indies
• Quality Assurance Body: University Council of Jamaica (UCJ)
• Entry Requirements: At least two CSEC (or ‘O’ level subjects) chosen from physics, chemistry, mathematics, geography, geology and either biology, zoology or botany OR any CAPE level science course (Environmental Science is also recognised) or FST Preliminary course. CSEC Geography required.
• Number of Credits: 42 Credits from Department courses. 93 credits for award of B.Sc. and 90 Credits for award of B.A. through Faculty of Humanities & Education