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Department of Geography

Within the discipline Geography focus in education and research is on Social and Economic Geography, which means the social science profile of Geography. Social and Economic Geography is also linked to Physical Geography and ecological conditions that affect human activities and society.

Education

Is human geography something for you? Check out our courses and programs!

Research

The department has a strong research profile with many distinguished researchers.

About the department

Part of the Faculty of Social Sciences at Umeå University.

News

Zoomtowns – How remote work is shaping the countryside of the future
Published: 2024-11-27

A new research project will explore the impact and challenges of remote work.

Umeå University is highly represented at Arctic Congress 2024
Published: 2024-06-14

The Arctic Congress 2024 gathered many researchers from Umeå University who presented their research.

Skogsungdomarna learn about the history of the northern forest
Published: 2024-05-16

On April 27, 2024, Skogsungdomarna organised a forest history excursion in Kulbäcksliden for their members.

The Double-Edged Sword of Globalization
Published: 2024-04-15

A new project will explore the dynamics of workforce integration in Sweden's Arctic tourism sector.

Questioning the Role of Arctification in Regional Development
Published: 2024-04-10

A new thesis critically examines "Arctification" and its ambiguous role in regional development.