Geography and Environment, Microcredential

The Geography and the Environment microcredential trains students in social science approaches to understanding human-environmental interactions. Students earn this microcredential by completing three courses (9 credit hours), including a foundational course in world regional geography and electives that provide them with an in-depth understanding of environmental issues and geographic science techniques. Students study geographic, sociological, and anthropological approaches to human environmental impacts. This microcredential will position students to contribute to innovative technological, policy and social solutions to environmental challenges and global climate change in the coming decades.

Admission Requirements

For current, active Saint Louis University students wishing to declare a microcredential, complete the Update for Student Curriculum Record form

For non-Saint Louis University students, click here to apply as a Visiting/Non-Degree Seeking Student. 

SOC 1180World Geography3
Anthropology requirement3
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Anthropology of the Apocalypse: Climate Fictions and Future Imaginaries
Water Worlds: The Anthropology of Water
Environmental Impact
Sociology Data requirement3
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The Power of Place: An Introduction to GIS
Our World in Big Data
Total Credits9

For additional information about this program, please contact soc-anth@slu.edu or call 314-977-2900.