The Department was established in the year 2005 with the introduction of B.Sc. Geography, Tourism and Travel Management programme aims to provide students with interdisciplinary knowledge in geography, tourism, and travel-related studies. To enhance vocational and industry-oriented learning, the Department introduced the UGC-funded B.Voc. Hospitality and Tourism programme in 2014, which focused on skill development, employability, and practical training in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
In 2024, the programme was restructured and bifurcated into B.Sc. Geography, recognising the growing importance of geography as a scientific and technology-oriented discipline. The programme is designed as a career-oriented course that enables students to understand the Earth, environment, and human activities through scientific methods and modern technological approaches. The curriculum integrates various branches of geography, including physical geography, human geography, environmental geography, and geospatial technology, thereby providing students with comprehensive academic and practical knowledge.
The programme also offers training in modern geospatial technologies such as Geographic Information System (GIS), Remote Sensing, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), cartography, and spatial data analysis. These skills prepare students for diverse professional opportunities in government departments, private industries, environmental consultancy, urban planning, disaster management, and research organisations. In addition, the programme equips students with analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills that are highly beneficial for competitive examinations and higher education pursuits.
The Department is supported by excellent academic infrastructure and learning resources. It has a well-stocked departmental library containing books, journals, atlases, maps, and reference materials related to geography and allied disciplines. The Department also possesses a cartographic laboratory that facilitates practical training in map preparation, surveying, and spatial analysis. Furthermore, a dedicated computer laboratory with geospatial
software and technological facilities provides students with hands-on experience in GIS, Remote Sensing, and digital mapping applications. These facilities collectively help students gain both theoretical understanding and practical exposure, thereby enhancing their academic excellence and professional competence.
