The Postgraduate certificate in Human Geography is aimed at those who are interested in learning more about the world around us” 

This program in Human Geography addresses the different territories of human and physical geography while ensuring students have a working knowledge of various geospatial techniques.  

Urban environments, sustainability or migratory movements, are flows of human development that affects the morphology of the territories themselves. Cultural geography, sensitive to the technology mentioned above, is key at a time when digital technologies permeate all spheres of our lives and substantially change our communication and geographical positioning in the world. 

This program is aimed at those interested in attaining a higher level of knowledge of world geography. Take advantage of the opportunity to take this educational program in a 100% online format, without having to give up obligations, and making it easy to continue studying. Update your knowledge and get your qualifications to continue growing personally and professionally. 

This program will enhance your skills and update your knowledge of Human Geography ” 

This Postgraduate certificate in Human Geography contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include: 

• 100 simulated scenarios presented by experts in geography
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents provide students with scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential
• The latest advances in physical geographic concreteness and the current situation of human geography in different territories
• It contains practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Interactive learning system based on the case method and its application to real practice 
• Complementary theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

This 100% online Postgraduate certificate offers a practical knowledge update on geography, without sacrificing the highest scientific and academic rigor” 

The teaching staff includes professionals in geography and history, who pour into this program the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists belonging to reference societies and prestigious universities. 

Thanks to its multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology, they will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to train in real situations. 

The program design is based on Problem-Based Learning, whereby students must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the course. To that end, they will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned experts in geography who have extensive teaching experience. 

Take advantage of the latest educational technology to update on Human Geography without leaving the home"

Discover the reality of the world and human behavior with the utmost academic rigor"

The content has been designed and structured by a team of professionals in world geography, who are aware of the current relevance of specialization to delve into this area of knowledge, with the purpose of enriching students and raising their level of knowledge of world geography through the latest educational technologies available. 

This Postgraduate certificate in Human Geography contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market” 

Module 1. Human Geography I 

1.1. Human Geography 

1.1.1. Definition 
1.1.2. Human Geography Methodology 
1.1.3. Population Geography in the Evolution of Geographic Thought
1.1.4. Different Stages in the Discipline 
1.1.5. Main Topics of Study 

1. 2. Statistical Knowledge of Populations 

1.2.1. Historical Demography 
1.2.2. Historical and Methodological Sources 
1.2.3. Civil and Religious Sources 

1.3. Demographic Statistical Sources 

1.3.1. Other Statistics 
1.3.2. Demographic Surveys 

1.4. World Population Growth 

1.4.1. Spatial Distribution of the Population on Earth 
1.4.2. The Great Imbalances on Earth

1.5. Vital Statistics 

1.5.1. Natural Population Movements 
1.5.2. World Population Dynamics
1.5.3. Birth Rates 
1.5.4. Marriage
1.5.5. Mortality 
1.5.6. Fertility
1.5.7. Life Expectancy 

1.6. Population Structures by Sex and Age 

1.6.1. Analysis Techniques 
1.6.2. Temporal and Spatial Variations of Structures by Sex and Age
1.6.3. Population Ageing

1. 7. Special Population Mobility 

1.7.1. Definition of Migration 
1.7.2. Types of Migrations 
1.7.3. Current Migrations 
1.7.4. Refugee Movements 

1. 8. Socio-Economic Structures 

1.8.1. Population and Economic Activity 
1.8.2. Socio-Professional and Educational Levels 
1.8.3. Employment, Unemployment and Underemployment 

1.9. The Workforce 

1.9.1. Definition
1.9.2. Classification Criteria 
1.9.3. Evolution and Study of Activity Sectors 

1.10. The Invisibility of Female Labor Market Participation in Official Statistics 

1.10.1. Introduction
1.10.2. The Invisibility of Female Labor Market Participation in Official Statistics 

Module 2. Human Geography II 

2.1. Theoretical Foundations of Urban Geography 

2.1.1. Urban Geography as a Concept 
2.1.2. Urban Growth and Current Manifestations

2.2. Inter-Urban Systems

2.2.1. Hierarchy Levels
2.2.2. Area of Urban Influence
2.2.3. Main Urban Areas and Axes 

2.3. Intra-Urban Systems

2.3.1. Main Elements
2.3.2. Urban Structures
2.3.3. The Central Sector as a Reference Area of Urban Structure 
2.3.4. Theories and Models Explaining the Structure of Cities 
2.3.5. Urban Morphology

2.4. Rural Geography 

2.4.1. Concept of Rural
2.4.2. Formation and Organization of Traditional Rural Areas

2.5. Rural Areas and Agricultural Activity 

2.5.1. From Ecosystems to Agrosystems: The Constraints of Agricultural Activity
2.5.2. Agricultural Systems 
2.5.3. Agricultural Activity and Global Challenges: Food Security and Climate Change

2.6. Industrial Geography 

2.6.1. General Introduction
2.6.2. The Logic behind Capitalist Economics
2.6.3. The Study of the Firm in Industrial Geography
2.6.4. The Territorial Behavior of Industry
2.6.5. Analysis of Industrial Systems 

2.7. General Features of Tertiary Activities 

2.7.1. Definition and Importance of Tertiary Activities 
2.7.2. Evolution of Tertiary Activities
2.7.3. Classification of Tertiary Activities
2.7.4. Territorial Distribution of Services 

2.8. Trade and Commerce 

2.8.1. Introduction to Economic Geography
2.8.2. The Importance of Trade and Services in Structuring Territory 
2.8.3. Relation between New Commercial Formats and Urban Expansion 
2.8.4. Urban Centers 

2.9. Transportation 

2.9.1. Introduction to Geographic Concepts and Techniques to Analyze Transportation Networks and Flows
2.9.2. Human Constraints on Implementing Transport Networks 
2.9.3. Individual Mobility 
2.9.4. Freight Transportation

2.10. Tourism 

2.10.1. Introduction to World Tourism Flows
2.10.2. Spatial Distribution of International Tourism

A unique, key and decisive training experience to boost your professional development”