Bachelor of Arts in Geography

• Four-year undergraduate program under TU focusing on physical geography, human geography, Nepal’s regional geography, GIS/remote sensing, and geographic research skills.
• Provides grounding in spatial science, landforms, climate, population, culture, and regional studies.
• Includes GIS and remote sensing for geospatial mapping and analysis.
• Covers research methodology, quantitative tools, and practical field-based components.
• Builds competence for roles in environmental work, planning, mapping, and development organizations.
• Offers compulsory English/Nepali or Alternative English as per TU’s humanities requirement.

Curricular structure

Features
• Strong combination of physical, human, and regional geography
• GIS and remote-sensing training integrated into the curriculum
• Fieldwork and practical mapping exercises
• Research and quantitative techniques for academic and applied projects
• TU’s standardized humanities structure with compulsory language subjects

Admission process
• +2/Intermediate or equivalent in any discipline
• “Good marks” as per TU/college criteria (typically at least second division or equivalent GPA)
• Apply directly to Patan Multiple Campus (only institution currently offering the program)
• Submit academic certificates, transcripts, and ID documents per campus rules

Job prospects
• GIS technician, mapping assistant, remote sensing support roles
• Survey and field-research assistant in environmental or development projects
• Urban planning and municipal data support roles
• Disaster-risk reduction and climate-adaptation projects (entry level)
• NGO/INGO field officer in environment, development, or community planning
• Teaching support roles in schools or academic programs
• Research assistant in geography, environment, or social-science institutions