AA/AS in Geography and Cartography

Geography at Shasta College explores how places differ across the world and why those differences matter. The Geography Department invites students to develop a deeper understanding of the planet and the people living on it. The program lists a transfer degree, an associate degree, and a certificate. The transfer degree is built to move students smoothly into the California State University system to finish a bachelor's in Geography or a closely related major. The subject sits within the Earth sciences and connects with neighboring areas like geology, natural resources, oceanography, and geographic information systems. Program maps on the page lay out the courses for each award, and counselors help students convert them into a formal education plan. Geography pairs well with courses in environmental and earth science topics, giving students room to follow their own interests.