Geography Subfields
Although geology is typically classified as a natural science, many of its subfields intersect with the social sciences, particularly where human activity, policy, and societal interactions with Earth systems are involved. Here are the main geology subfields that have strong social science connections.
Human Geography
The study of how people interact with places and environments, with a focus on cultural, economic, and social behaviors.
Physical Geography
The study of the natural features and processes of the Earth, including landforms, climates, vegetation, and bodies of water.
Urban Geography
The study of the natural features and processes of the Earth, including landforms, climates, vegetation, and bodies of water.