Geography Co-op Information for Employers
Adding Value to Your Team
Students in the Geography program study human interactions with the environment across geographic scales, from local to global, and master the important computer, cartographic, writing, GIS, and statistical skills required of a professional geographer. Learning takes place in a variety of settings in this program. In addition to classroom settings, students learn through hands-on research in labs and in the field.
University of Guelph Advantage
In Guelph’s Geography program labs are part of numerous courses, and allow students to design and conduct experiments, and solve problems using state-of-the-art computing and analytical tools. Research, writing, critical thinking, and problem-solving are emphasized throughout the program. Within the Geography program, students take courses in the physical and social sciences and can pursue a particular line of interest, that include:
- Environmental conservation
- Climate change
- Environmental justice
- Food security
- Geomorphology
- Urban-rural change
- Watershed management
Student Strengths
Critical Thinking
Apply inquiry, analysis and problem-solving skills to address geographical problems in a real-world and professional setting. Ability to connect global challenges to local issues and synthesize and manage information from physical sciences and social sciences.
Deep Understanding
Demonstrate professional integrity when considering diverse views and geographic perspective.
Leadership
Manage projects that involve a social and an environmental dimension.
Geography Work Term Schedule
| YEAR | FALL | WINTER | SUMMER |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONE | Academic | Academic | Off |
| TWO | Academic | Academic | Work |
| THREE | Academic | Work | Academic |
| FOUR | Work | Work | Off |
| FIVE | Academic | Academic |
