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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 ͯÑÕÊÓÆµ.

News

Social Infrastructure for Inclusion
Published: 2025-06-12

Researchers explore how villages boost social inclusion with meeting places and local drive.

14 new Arctic Six Fellows ready to shape the future of the Arctic
Published: 2025-06-12

The Arctic Six has appointed 14 new Fellows who will carry out their projects relevant to the Arctic.

Nature is not untouched
Published: 2025-04-25

Humans are part of nature – not its counterpart. New book challenges conventional views.

When the Labour Market Changes
Published: 2025-04-08

Global researchers met in Umeå to explore solutions for the North’s future labour market.

More second homes in inland northern Sweden than previously thought
Published: 2025-04-02

For the first time, researchers have counted the actual number in inland northern Sweden.

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