Mar 11, 2026  
NIACC Catalog 2025-2026 
    
NIACC Catalog 2025-2026

GEO - 121 World Regional Geography


(3 s.h.)

Combining elements of physical and cultural geography, this course explores how the environment helps shape human societies as well as the ways in which cultural factors influence the physical space. An emphasis will be placed upon examining regional variations in economics, politics, and cultural traditions. Lastly, the course emphasizes the interconnectivity of regions by looking at migration, trade, urbanization, and globalization.    

Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0