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Philosophy

The philosophy underlying the B.Sc. Geography programme is to produce a crop of graduates equipped with appropriate knowledge to make effective contribution to the development of Nigeria, Africa and the global community having been exposed to a broad foundation of knowledge in the field of social sciences in general and in the various sub-fields of Geography in particular. 

Aim and Objectives 

1. To instil in students a sound knowledge of Geography, and its applications in different socio-cultural context and to involve the students in an intellectually stimulating and satisfying experience of learning and studying the working of society. 

2. To provide students with broad and well balanced knowledge of geographical theories and methods. 

3. To cultivate in students, the ability to apply their geographical knowledge and skills to the understanding and solution of societal problems in Nigeria and elsewhere. 

4. To provide students with relevant knowledge and skill base from which they can proceed to further studies in special area of Geography or multi-disciplinary areas involving Geography. 

5. To instil in student an appreciation of the importance of Geography in spatial and environmental contexts 

6. To develop in students a range of useful competencies in public, private or self-employment.