The Department of Geography at Anugrah Narayan College (A.N. College), Patna, is one of the prominent departments in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The department offers both Undergraduate (B.A./B.Sc. Geography) and Postgraduate (M.A./M.Sc. Geography) programs and is recognized for its teaching, research, and field-based learning activities. A.N. College is a constituent unit of Patliputra University and is accredited with NAAC Grade A+.
Overview
The Department of Geography focuses on the study of the Earth's physical environment, human activities, natural resources, climate change, population dynamics, regional development, and geospatial technologies. The department encourages interdisciplinary learning and research on contemporary geographical issues.
Academic Programs
Undergraduate (UG)
- B.A./B.Sc. Geography (under NEP 2020)
- Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Postgraduate (PG)
- M.A./M.Sc. Geography
- Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Admissions are conducted online through the centralized admission process of Patliputra University, with selection based on previous academic performance. (As per the admission framework followed by Patliputra University-affiliated colleges.)
Departmental Strength
According to the official department profile:
- UG Seats: 188
- PG Seats: 64
The department serves a large number of students from Patna and other districts of Bihar.
Areas of Study
The curriculum covers:
- Physical Geography
- Human Geography
- Economic Geography
- Population Geography
- Environmental Geography
- Climatology
- Geomorphology
- Oceanography
- Cartography
- Remote Sensing and GIS
- Regional Geography of India and Bihar
- Urban and Rural Geography
- Natural Resource Management
Students also study the geography of Asia, India, and Bihar, including climate, agriculture, industries, land use, and regional development.
Research and Academic Activities
The department is actively involved in research on:
- Natural Resource Management
- Climate Change
- Environmental Issues
- Sustainable Development
- Regional Planning
- Interdisciplinary Geographical Studies
It promotes collaborative research activities at departmental, national, and international levels.
Infrastructure
The department provides:
- Geography laboratories
- Cartography and map-reading facilities
- Practical training in surveying and mapping
- Field study and excursion programs
- Access to departmental academic resources
These facilities help students develop analytical, technical, and research skills in geography.
Career Opportunities
Students graduating from the Department of Geography can pursue careers in:
- Teaching and Academia
- GIS and Remote Sensing
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Environmental Consultancy
- Disaster Management
- Survey and Mapping Organizations
- Government Services
- Research Institutions
- Rural Development Agencies
- Climate and Environmental Studies
Location
The department is situated within the A.N. College campus at:
A.N. College, Boring Road, Sri Krishnapuri, Patna, Bihar – 800013, India. The college campus covers approximately 13 acres and is located in a central urban area of Patna.
Overall, the Department of Geography at A.N. College is a well-established academic center that combines classroom teaching, practical training, fieldwork, and research to develop a comprehensive understanding of geographical and environmental issues.
