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Oct 08, 2024
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OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2008-09 [Archived Catalog]
Geography—Urban Planning Major (B.S)
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Special curriculum; major code BS4234
This special curriculum is designed to provide some of the basic academic requirements for a career in urban planning in the United States. While working toward a conventional B.S. in geography, you will take certain required courses and select from an approved list of electives (both inside and outside the Department of Geography) that emphasize legal, social, political, and historical aspects of the planning profession. These courses simultaneously fulfill some of the Department and College requirements. The distinctiveness of the curriculum comes from the direction you are given and the preselection of courses in which you may enroll; these elements separate the special curriculum from the general geography program. To enroll in the preparation for urban and regional planning major, contact the chair of the Department of Geography as soon as possible, preferably not later than the beginning of your sophomore year.
The majority of job opportunities for planners are with government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Their activities largely concern administration and implementation of federal programs, and continued funding depends upon Congress. While a bachelor’s degree can provide initial entry into the profession, job descriptions usually specify a master’s degree. It is recommended that you continue toward such a degree, which involves an additional two years of study and is offered by more than 70 American universities.
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Geography B.A. or B.S. Requirements
Complete 55 hours of approved geography courses, including: One regional course from the following:
Two technique courses from the following:
Notes:
At least 30 hours at the 300 level or above. A minimum grade of C- is required for 100- and 200-level geography courses. No more than 5 hours each of 485 or 490/494 can count toward the 55 hours in geography. Hours in 486 do not count toward this total. Work with your advisor to develop a plan to complete the University General Education requirements.
Majors are not permitted to take geography and required courses pass/fail. Program Requirements
You must meet all requirements for a geography major (listed above), with the following additional specifications: Other Departments (two courses)
Except for MGT 202, these courses currently fulfill the social sciences area requirement of the College of Arts and Sciences. - ECON 103 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit Hours: 4
(May only complete one of ECON 103, 105, or 303) - ECON 104 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit Hours: 4
(May only complete one of ECON 104, 106, or 304) - ECON 105 - Foundations of Micoreconomics Credit Hours: 4
(May only complete one of ECON 103, 105, or 303) - ECON 106 - Foundations of Macroeconomics Credit Hours: 4
(May only complete one of ECON 104, 106, or 304) - ECON 303 - Intermediate Microeconomics Credit Hours: 4
(May only complete one of ECON 103, 105, or 303) - ECON 304 - Intermediate Macroeconomics Credit Hours: 4
(May only complete one of ECON 104, 106, or 304) - HIST 312A - United States in Urban History Credit Hours: 4
- MGT 202 - Management Credit Hours: 4
- POLS 320 - Urban Politics Credit Hours: 4
- SOC 424 - Urban Sociology Credit Hours: 4
Note:
Work with your advisor to develop a plan to complete University General Education requirements. Electives
Try to take the remaining credit hours necessary for graduation from the following: Outside the College of Arts and Sciences
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