The Department of Geography has had a glorious history of nine long decades, having been introduced in the year 1937, when L. D. Arts as a college was established. Since then, it has been one of the most vibrant and intellectually enriching department of the College.
It is distinguished by its commitment to academic excellence and the holistic development of its students. Since its inception, the department has played a pivotal role in shaping generations of students by fostering knowledge of physical and human elements of the earth’s surface, cartographic proficiency, mapping skills, creativity and sensitizing them to the environment.
Throughout its journey, the department has maintained an excellent academic record, with students achieving university ranks and distinctions. Several alumni of the department have gone on to establish successful careers as teachers to professors and principals of reputed institutions of learning. Also as, advocates, police, civil servants and professionals in diverse fields. Their accomplishments reflect the strong foundation and values instilled by the Department.
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Program Code
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Name of the Program Outcome
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Program Outcomes (POs)
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PO1
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Physical Geography
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Students will gain in-depth knowledge of Physical Geography and the Earth’s Processes;
Understand the landform dynamics, climate systems and physical aspects of the oceans.
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PO2
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Human Geography
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Human-Environment Interactions;
Analyze the relationships between humans and their natural environment;
Know better the significance of resources and their judicious use, human development and sustainable development goals.
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PO3
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Practical Geography
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Technical Spatial Skills: Developing mapping and cartographic skills, relief depiction and data representation on maps, interpretation of Survey of India Toposheets and Weather Maps, proficiency in using basic ground survey instruments, acquaintance with latest geo-spatial techniques.
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CO Code
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Course Outcome Title
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Course Outcomes Description
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CO1
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Introduction to Geography
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Introduce Geography as a subject and how it is related to other Earth Sciences,
Its significance as a bridge science.
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CO2
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Geography of Guj-
Physical
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Provides a comprehensive understanding of Earth's natural systems, processes (geomorphology, climate), and the human-environment interaction
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CO3
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Lithospheric
Hazards
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Understanding distribution and causes of Lithospheric
Hazards and their mitigation
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CO Code
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Course Outcome Title
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Course Outcomes Description
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CO4
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Geomorphology
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Students understand the geomorphic processes (wind, water, ice, tectonics) and their role in creating landscape features
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CO5
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Geography of Gujarat
-II
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Students can critically evaluate the economic landscape of a vibrant state
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CO6
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Geomorphology
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Students understand the geomorphic processes (wind, water, ice, tectonics) and their role in creating landscape features
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CO7
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Atmospheric Hazards
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Understanding distribution and causes of Atmospheric Hazards and their mitigation
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Year
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Semester
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Course Type (Credits)
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1st Year
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Sem-I
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Major-1
(4)
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Major-2
(4)
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Minor-1
(4)
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MDC-1
(4)
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AEC-1
(2)
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SEC-1
(2)
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IKS-1
(2)
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Sem-II
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Major-3
(4)
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Major-4
(4)
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Minor-2
(4)
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MDC-2
(4)
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AEC-2
(2)
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SEC-2
(2)
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VAC-
1
(2)
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2 nd Year
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Sem-III
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Major-5
(4)
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Major-6
(4)
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Major-7
(4)
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MDC-3
(4)
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AEC-3
(2)
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SEC-3
(2)
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IKS-2
(2)
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Sem-IV
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Major-8
(4)
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Major-9
(4)
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Major-10
(4)
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Minor-3
(4)
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AEC-4
(2)
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SEC-4
(2)
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VAC-
2
(2)
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3rd Year
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Sem-V
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Major-11
(4)
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Major-12
(4)
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Major-13
(4)
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Minor-4
(4)
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Minor-5
(4)
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SEC-5
(2)
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-
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Sem-VI
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Major-14
(4)
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Major-15
(4)
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Major-16
(4)
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Minor-6
(4)
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AEC-5
(2)
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Internship
(4)
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-
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4th Year
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Sem-VII
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Major-17
(4)
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Major-18
(4)
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Major-19
(4)
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Minor-7
(4)
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-
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OJT/RP-1
(6)
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-
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Sem-VIII
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Major-20
(4)
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Major-21
(4)
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Major-22
(4)
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Minor-8
(4)
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-
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OJT/RP-2
(6)
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-
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| SR NO | Particulars | BA I | BA II | BA III | BA IV | BA V | BA VI | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | ||
| 1 | Tuition Fee | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - |
| 2 | Exam & Stationery Fee | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| 3 | Library Fee | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| 4 | Gymkhana Fee | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| 5 | Identity Card Fee | 15 | 15 | - | - | 15 | 15 | - | - | 15 | 15 | - | - |
| 6 | Student Welfare Fee | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| 7 | Cultural Activities Fee | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| 8 | Uni.work Book/union | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 | Univ Sports Fee | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| 10 | Admission Fee / E N V Fee | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 | Univ.medical Fee | 25 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 | Univ.enrol/regist.fee | 125 | 125 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 | Examination Fee | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 |
| 14 | W.d.c Fee | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 1590 | 990 | 1425 | 825 | 1090 | 490 | 1075 | 475 | 1090 | 490 | 1075 | 475 | |
