Geography

Passionate for learning about the environment? Interested in climate change and human impact on the environment?

We explore physical and human geography, teaching students about landscapes, cultures, and global systems. Come to DVC to learn new emerging applied geospatial technologies such as geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning system (GPS), and drone data collection and mapping. Explore a career in GIS, GPS, and drone technologies!

Career Opportunities

The geography program will prepare you for work in a variety of occupations and career paths, including:

• Cartographer
• Photogrammetrist
• City and Regional Planning Aides/Research Assistants

With additional education:

• Urban and Regional Planners
• Geographic Information Systems Technician

Degrees and Certificates

Change your life with a geography degree and/or certificate. Our program gives you options to explore.

• Associate in Arts - Social/Cultural Geography
• Associate in Arts for Transfer - Geography
• Associate in Science - Geographic Information Systems/ Global Positioning System
• Associate in Science - Meteorology
• Associate in Science - Physical Geography
• Certificate of Achievement - Drone Technology
• Certificate of Achievement - Geographic Information Systems/ Global Positioning System
• Certificate of Accomplishment - Drone Technology Fundamentals
• Certificate of Accomplishment - Geographic Information Systems/ Global Positioning System

About degrees and certificates

Certificates:
A certificate readily prepares you to enter a particular field or career. It can also give you new skills for advancement in the workplace.

Associate Degrees:
An associate degree requires a broader education for career options in a range of industries. It's a great step towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year school or entering the workforce sooner.

Associate Degrees for Transfer:
A transfer degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. Earning one can guarantee admission to California State Universities, some private and online universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). ADTs, along with a transfer agreement guarantee (TAG) with the University of California system can help you achieve your goals for less. Learn about transfer services.