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77 courses with the subject GEOG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

GEOG 1000World Regional Geography

US Cultures and Communities

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 1010Introduction to Physical
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 1020Introduction to Human Century

Geography AMST 1080 - Intro Gender & Women's Studies PSYC 1000 - General Psychology AMST 2000 - Introduction to LGBTQ/NS

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 1101Surviving the Apocalypse: The3

Geography of Natural Disasters (FYS) Students examine the natural and human dimensions of disasters by focusing on environmental settings, risk assessment, recovery, and reducing impacts of environmental hazards and disasters globally. Course considers human vulnerability, mitigation, protection, and adaptation to different hazards in both more developed and less developed nations. Max Credit: 3 USP 2015 Code: U5FY

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 2150Found of GIS & Tech4

Content areas. 26 hours distributed among a minimum of three of the following areas with at least two courses in each of two areas: • Human geography • Physical geography • Geographic information science • Natural resource management • Planning Courses used to meet department require- ments must be approved by the faculty advi- sor. The remaining credit hours needed for completion of the B.A. or B.S. are elective credits (approximately 13-15). B.A. Suggested Program of Study FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs. GEOG 1000. .................................................3 USP First-Year Seminar. ...................................3 USP Communication I......................................3 USP Human Culture*1. .....................................4 USP Physical & Natural World........................3 Total Hrs. 16 FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs. GEOG 1020. .................................................3 USP Human Culture*. ......................................4 A&S Core Diversity in the US.........................3 USP Physical & Natural World........................4 Total Hrs. 14 SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs. GEOG 1010...................................................4 USP Communication II. ...................................3 USP Quantitative Reasoning. ..........................3 Electives ....................................................6 Total Hrs. 16 SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs. GEOG 2150. .................................................4 Human Culture Elective...................................3 Electives ....................................................9 Total Hrs. 16 JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs. POLS 1000. .................................................3 Upper Division GEOG Content Area Course (GEOG 4200 recommended)........3 Upper Division GEOG Content Area Course ....................................................3 Electives ....................................................6 Total Hrs. 15 ge of Arts and Sciences 221

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 2370Chicano History: Origins to3

GEOG 1900 General survey that traces the geographic distribution and historical processes that have shaped the life experiences, socio-economic development and cultural contributions of peoples of Mexican descent in the United States from their indigenous and Hispanic origins to the end of the 19th century. Max Credit: 3 Cross Listed: AMST 2370 /HIST 2370 . USP 2003-2014 Code: U3CS, U3D USP 2015 Code: U5H A&S College Core 2015: ASD

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 3010Geomorphology of Earth's

ining to

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 3030Geography and Development

1103

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 3050Economic Geography3

Economic Geography is the study of the location, distribution and spatial organization of economic actvities across the globe; specifically how the economic realm is intertwined with other spheres of international social life. It explores the inherent logi and mechanisms of the capitalist system, and the social and spatial inequalities that result. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
6 hours of Social Sciences or International Studies. Former Course Number: [G&R 3050]
GEOG 3280Spatial Methods4

Introduction of statistical methods for the analysis of geo-spatial data; point, line/network, and areal units. The application of quantitative measurements to examining the spatial relationship of physical and socio-economic factors in problem-solving. Max Credit: 4

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
at least one geography course and completion of either STAT 2010, STAT 2050 , or STAT 2070 .
GEOG 3400Traditional Ecological
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 3450Weather and Climate3

Systematically examines the patterns and process of Earth's climate system, focusing on atmospheric and surface encergy and water balances; atmospheric motion; past, present, and future climate change. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
Successful completion of any PN course with a grade of C or better. Cross Listed: ENR 3450 and GEOL 3450 Former Course Number: [G&R 3450]
GEOG 3480Environmental Change3

Examines changes in the bio-physical environments and landscapes of Earth during its habitation by humans. Emphasizes integrated approaches to understanding environmental changes based on climatological, ecological, geological, archaeological, and historical evidence. Explores how humans have modified Earth's environments and how societies have responded to natural and anthropogenic environmental change. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
Any USP PN course; and USP COM1. cs Cross Listed: GEOL 3480 ; ESS 3480
GEOG 3550Natural Hazards and Society3

This course considers societal structures and processes as they interact with hazards in the natural environment. Examines the natural and human dimensions of hazards, focusing on the environmental settings, risk assessment, and steps taken in mitigation, adaptation, and protection, to reduce the impacts of hazards and disasters locally and globally. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
Completion of any PN course; Junior standing Cross Listed:
GEOG 4000Terrain Analysis3

Studies techniques for acquiring and analyzing spatial data from maps, remotely sensed imagery and field surveys for landscape assessment. Emphasizes deriving maps that describe physical suitability of landscapes for specific human activities. Field trip required. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
Completion of USP PN requirement or consent of instructor. Former Course Number: [G&R 4000]
GEOG 4013Political Geography

er or GEOG 4040 - Conservation of Natural

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4040Conservation of Natural

n

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4051Environmental Politics3

Analyzes environmentalism as a political phenomenon. Provides students with a basic understanding of how to analyze political issues by: (1) examining the historical and contemporary issues that produce controversy over environmental matters; and (2) surveying the impacts of these issues on the formulation and implementation of laws, policies, and regulations. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
POLS 1000 . Cross Listed: AMST 4051 , ENR 4051 , POLS 4051 and REWM 4051 .
GEOG 4052Federal Land Politics3

Examines the political forces that have shaped and continue to shape federal land policy and management. Explores the interactions between democratic decision making and science in the management of federal lands. Surveys the sources of controversy over federal land management and methods for harmonizing public demands with technical expertise. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
POLS 1000 . Cross Listed: POLS 4052 /ENR 4052 /AMST 4052 /REWM 4052 . Former Course Number: [G&R 4052]
GEOG 4080Management of Major River

404

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4113Geological Remote Sensing4

Acquaints students with aircraft and spacecraft remote sensing of the environment, emphasizing geologic application to earth and other planetary bodies. Includes visible, infrared, ultraviolet, radio and radar sensing. Laboratory exercises are applications related to tectonics, geomorphology, paleoclimate, structure, stratigraphy, environmental geology and geologic hazards. of Max Credit: 4

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
GEOL 1005 or GEOL 1100 or 1200 or GEOG 1010 and MATH 1400 /1405 or MATH 1450 . Cross Listed: GEOL 4113 .
GEOG 4150Cartography and Digital

Map Design. ................................................4

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4200Introduction to Geographic

Information Sciences.....................................4

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4210[Inactive] or equivalent
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4310Foundations of Sustainable

Planning ...........................................

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4325Legal Aspects of Planning

ANTH/INST 4340 Culture Change

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4355Sustainable Planning and Urban
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4441Advanced Climate Variability3

Climate varies. This fundamental aspect of the climate system can have major environmental and societal impacts to ecosystems, the hydrolic cycle and water resource management in arid environments such as the intermountain west. This course will utilize climate data and mapping tools to understand global and regional climate variability. Max Credit: 3 Cross Listed: GEOL 4441 GEOL 5441 Dual Listed: GEOG 5441 Prerequisite/Corequisite: GEOG 3450 ENR 3450 GEOL 3450 or instructor consent

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4445Drug War Geopolitics in the
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4450Fluvial Geomorphology

A systematic examination of rivers and related land forms. Emphasizes understanding how processes of flow and sediment transport influence channel form and behavior. Considers rivers 1105

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4460Biogeography3

A systematic study of the distribution of plants and animals, communities and ecosystems, the processes that produce patterns of distribution and their change over time. Interactions of climate, soil geomorphology, biota and human activities are emphasized. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
junior standing and GEOG 1010 or LIFE 2022 or LIFE 2023 . Former Course Number: [G&R 4460, 3460]
GEOG 4470Fire Ecology3

in Geography electives 3 Credits in Geography electives Core Content (10 Credits)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4475Politics of Natural Resources in
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4500The American Landscape3

This course trains students to interpret patterns and processes of contemporary landscapes of the Americas (North, Central, and South America) by viewing those landscapes historically. We investigate the relationship between landscape, politics, and economy, or, more generally, the relationship between landscape as a geographical form and cultural politics in the hemisphere. Students are introduced to research techniques and methodologies in historical geography. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
6 credits of international studies or social science coursework Cross Listed: INST 4500 INST 5500 Dual Listed: GEOG 5500 Former Course Number: [G&R 4500]
GEOG 4502Images of Wyoming and the

800

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4540Topics in Cultural Ecology
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4550Geography of Wine3

Examine the regional influence of climate, terrain and cultural characteristics on the production of grape varieties and demonstrate the implications of this influence on the location and distribution of wines produced. Discussion will focus on the world-wide production and consumption of wine and impacts of multi-national corporations. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
junior standing and at least 21 years of age.
GEOG 4555Political Ecology3

Political ecology is a multidisciplinary field of study that emphasizes the role of politics, power relations, and inequality in the study of human-environment relations. In this course we will consider how political ecology can help us rethink environmental knowledge and problem solving in a variety of f contexts locally and globally. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
9 hours of international studies or social science coursework. Cross Listed: INST 4555 /INST 5555 /POLS 4555 & POLS 5555
GEOG 4560Global Cities3

Globalization accelerates urbanization processes and creates a new type of city: the global city. This course investigates the debates over global cities, urban culture, new urban landscapes, urban planning practices, and social disparity. Using case studies from around the world, this class explores the diversity of global city formation processes. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
9 hours of international studies or geography. Cross Listed: INST 4560 . Dual Listed: GEOG 5560 .
GEOG 4570Cultural Geography3

Cultural Geography is an overview in qualitative cultural landscape studies. The course emphasizes what a cultural landscape is, how it can be examined, and what can be learned from such landscapes. Students are exposed to readings in cultural geography from a wide array of viewpoints with an emphasis placed on classic works. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
6 hours in social science Cross Listed: INST 5570 INST 4570 Dual Listed: GEOG 5570
GEOG 4580Sense of Place

Examines how individuals and groups perceive specific geographic locations, how such perceptions are constructed, 1106

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4590Geography of Conflicts3

Explores the representation of place and how various groups often have differing views of how a place should be represented and/or thought of. Various local representations of contested land use, group place identity, and personal place identity are discussed. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
Completion of USP H requirement or consent of instructor. Dual Listed: GEOG 5590 . Former Course Number: [4574]
GEOG 4865/5000 level- Research

seminar (4 credit maximum allowed in the core requirement)

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4875Independent Studies16

Considers current research topics in consultation with faculty member. Max Credit: (Max. 6)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
16
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
9 hours in subject area of topic of current research. Former Course Number: [G&R 4875, 4950]
GEOG 4880Current Topics16

Special course on a topic of current interest. Max Credit: (Max. 6)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
16
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
junior standing. Former Course Number: [G&R 4880, 4850]
GEOG 4885Seminar: (TOPICS)13

Faculty-student discussion, reading, and study focused on a selected topic and interest. Max Credit: (Max. 6)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
13
Credits (max)
13
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
GEOG 4750. Former Course Number: [G&R 4885, 4900]
GEOG 4960Field Studies1-6

Intensive introduction to field methods used in geographic research in one or more of the subdivisions of geography. Max Credit: (Max. 6) Former Course Number: [4860, G&R 4860]

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4965Directed Studies/ Research
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 4990Internship/ Practicum16

Experience in applying student skills and training in an agency, organization, or business. Max Credit: (Max. 12)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
16
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
for majors only, minimum of 12 hours in the major, junior standing and consent of the instructor. Dual Listed: GEOG 5990 . Former Course Number: [4870, G&R 4990]
GEOG 5000Research Perspectives3
Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5001Research in Geography

Colloquium ....................................................2

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5002Geography Graduate

Seminar ....................................................1 Students will successfully complete at least two techniques courses totaling six or more credit hours. These may be selected from the list below. Alternatively, students may discuss with their advisor techniques courses that more appropriately support their program of study and research plans.

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5013Political Geography3

Geographic space mediates political action and is generated by it, and spatial forms are produced by governmental agencies that must respond or adapt to emerging patterns of political disruption and tendencies of social change. Students in this course learn to think about the relationship between politics and space at multiple scales and in global context. They also develop an inter-disciplinary approach to the sub-discipline of political geography in social and historical context, and, in that sense, develop a capacity to think and act as political geographers. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
graduate standing. Cross Listed: INST 4013 INST 5013 , POLS 4013 , POLS 5013 Dual Listed: GEOG 4013 . Prerequisite/Corequisite: 6 hours in social science
GEOG 5040Conservation of Natural
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5050Environmental Data

Management....................................................4

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5060Landscape Ecology3

A study of structure, function, and change in the biosphere on the scale of kilometers. Includes a consideration of the effects of human land uses, natural disturbances, and other processes on landscapes. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
GEOG 4460 or LIFE 3400 or BOT 4700 .
GEOG 5111Remote Sensing of the

Environment/Lab. ........................................4

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5210Advanced Geographic3

Information Systems. ....................................4

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5220Spatial Modeling4
Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5325Legal Aspects of Planning3
Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5330Land Use Planning3

Analysis courses: (three courses - 9 hours) Statistics: (one course - 3 hours) Techniques: (two courses - 6 hours) Students completing the Plan A option are required to complete a minimum of 4 hours of thesis research. Students completing the Plan B are re- quired to complete a minimum of 4 hours of geographic research writing and two papers from the areas of planning: land use, natural resource, or small town and rural area. Elective courses: 15 hours of elective course work in planning areas: land use, natural resource, or small town and rural area approved by faculty advisor. Master of Arts in Geography/Water Resources Core Requirements:

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5441Advanced Climate Variability

Climate varies. This fundamental aspect of the climate system can have major environmental and societal impacts to ecosystems, the hydrolic cycle and water resource management in arid environments such as the intermountain west. This 1107

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5445Drug War Geopolitics in the

n Americas

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5450Fluvial Geomorphology4

A systematic examination of rivers and related land forms. Emphasizes understanding how processes of flow and sediment transport influence channel form and behavior. Considers rivers systems across a range of scales, from movement of individual sediment particles to organization of continental drainage basins. Explores connections to aquatic ecosystems and human impacts. Max Credit: 4

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
GEOG 3010 or GEOL 2100 or GEOL 2150 or equivalent and graduate standing. Dual Listed: GEOG 4450 .
GEOG 5455Remote Sensing of Rivers3
Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5470Fire Ecology3

Natural and human-caused fires are an important phenomenon affecting ecosystems and human communities throughout the world. Explores the geography, ecology, and management of fires. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
GEOG 4460 , BOT 4700 , LIFE 3400 or graduate standing. Cross Listed: GEOL 4470 , GEOL 5470 Dual Listed: GEOG 4470
GEOG 5500Landscapes of the Americas3

This course trains students to interpret patterns and processes of contemporary landscapes of the Americas (North, Central, and South America) by viewing those landscapes historically. We investigate the relationship between landscape, politics, and economy, or, more generally, the relationship between landscape as a geographical form and cultural politics in the hemisphere. Students are introduced to research techniques and methodologies in historical geography. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
6 credits of international studies or social science coursework Cross Listed: INST 4500 INST 5500 Dual Listed: GEOG 4500
GEOG 5502Images of Wyoming and the
Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5560Global Cities3

Globalization accelerates urbanization processes and creates a new type of city: the global city. This course investigates the debates over global cities, urban culture, new urban landscapes, urban planning practices, and social disparity. Using case studies from around the world, this class explores the diversity of global city formation processes. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
9 hours of international studies or geography. Cross Listed: INST 5560 . Dual Listed: GEOG 4560 .
GEOG 5570Cultural Geography3

Cultural Geography is an overview in qualitative cultural landscape studies. The course emphasizes what a cultural landscape is, how it can be examined, and what can be learned from such landscapes. Students are exposed to readings in cultural geography from a wide array of viewpoints with an emphasis placed on classic works. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
GEOG 1000 or GEOG 1020 or graduate standing. Cross Listed: INST 4570 INST 5570 Dual Listed: GEOG 4570 .
GEOG 5580Sense of Place3

Examines how individuals and groups perceive specific geographic locations, how such perceptions are constructed, and how these differing views and feelings play out in our everyday. Max Credit: 3

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
GEOG 1000 or GEOG 1020 . Dual Listed: GEOG 4580 . Former Course Number: [5572]
GEOG 5590Geography of Conflicts

Explores the representation of place and how various groups often have differing views of how a place should be represented and/or thought of. Various local representations of contested land use, group place identity, and personal place identity are discussed. 1108

Subject
GEOG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5790Research Methods1-3

All students must have committee approval to initiate research on their theses/professional papers and must successfully complete an oral defense of their theses/professional papers. The student’s committee may also require a written examination. B. Interdisciplinary Component - 9 hours (see Water Resources degree requirements) C. REWM 5250 Seminar in Water Res..........1

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2017-2018
Source
www.uwyo.edu
GEOG 5920Continuing Registration: On1-2

Campus Max Credit: (Max. 16)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
advanced degree candidacy.
GEOG 5940Continuing Registration: Off1-2

Campus Max Credit: (Max. 16)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
advanced degree candidacy.
GEOG 5960Thesis Research1-12

Graduate level course designed for students who are involved in research for their thesis project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their thesis. Max Credit: (Max. 24)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
12
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
enrollment in a graduate degree program.
GEOG 5990Internship/Practicum1-12

Experience in applying student skills and training in an agency, organization, or business. Max Credit: (Max. 12)

Subject
GEOG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
12
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.uwyo.edu
Prerequisite
graduate standing. Dual Listed: GEOG 4990 .

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