History of the Department of Geography
During 1962-63, Geography Department was introduced to Myitkyina Junior college. Courses at that time offered physical geography, Climatology, Economic geography, regional geography and practical geography. In 2000, Myitkyina Junior College had been advanced to University stage. Since the education system and Technology has changed over time, the courses in geography also try to cover up accordingly. In fact, the faculty of Geography Department has been engaged in Teaching, Research and Extension Activities (e.g; MA degree program).
Mission
- To commit undergraduate students to create a learning environment that fosters knowledge, skill and experiences that prepares them for life in an ever-changing world.
- To hold workshops and seminars for the academic staff to follow up with the latest scientific and technological improvement.
- To service the community by disseminating geographic knowledge and by providing geographic insights on important societal issue.
Vision
- To achieve a pioneer role in the field of Geography and Geographic Information Systems.
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Profile
Education
Professional Positions:
Dr.Nang San- Professor
Personal Information:
| Name- | Dr.Nang San |  |
| Professional Position- | Professor | |
| Email- | Lahpainangsan15@gmail.com |
Education:
- 1992 B.A(Q)., Geography, Myitkyina Degree College
- 1998 M.A., Geography, Mandalay University
- 2017 Ph.D., Geography, Mandalay University
Professional Positions:
- Tutor, Department of Geography, Banmaw University 2002-2010
- Assistant Lecturer, Department of Geography, Banmaw University 2010-2014
- Lecturer, Department of Geography, Banmaw University 2015-2018
- Associate Professor, Department of Geography, KyaingTong University 2019-2020
- Associate Professor, Department of Geography, Banmaw University 2021-2022
- Professor, Department of Geography, Mandalay University of Distance Education 2022-2025
- Professor, Department of Geography, Myitkyina University 2025 မှ ယနေ့ထိ
Honors and Awards:
Research Interests:
Current Research Projects:
Publications:
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 1, 2009 11-31 ဗန်းမော်မြို့၏ တိုးတက်လာသော အမှိုက် စွန့်ပစ်မှုစနစ်ကို ပထဝီဝင် ရှု့ထောင့်မှ လေ့လာဆန်းစစ်ခြင်း San San Yi, Aye Aye Chit, Nang San,Mar Lar Aye
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 2, 2010 100-132 An Analysis on Transportation Network of Banmaw District Myint Myint Thi, Kyi Lint, Nang San, Kyu Kyu Than
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 1, No. 2 2016 52-63 A Geographical Study on the Potentials of Wetland: A Case Study of Nampha In, Banmaw Township, Nang San.
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 6, 2016 10-15 Some Field Observation of Slope forms of Taingpa Taung in Banmaw Area, Mar Lar Yu Aung, Nang San
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 7, 2017 1-7 An Analysis of the Effects of Physical Properties of Soil on Crops in Nampha in Area of the North Eastern Part of Banmaw Township, Aye Aye Chit, Nang San
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 10, No.1, 2019 57-69 Locational Analysis on the Distribution of Retail Shops in Myoma, Aleyet and Mingone Wards, Banmaw, Aye Aye Chit, Nang San
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 10, No.1, 2019 70-82 A Spatial Analysis on Cultivated Crop Productivity in Rural Area within Banmaw Township, Nang San,War War Hnin
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol 10, No.2, 2019 41-55 An Assessment on the Reasons for Intra-District Migration in Banmaw District, Nang San
- Kyaing Tong University Research Journal, Vol 11, No.1, 2020 178-183 Assessment on Variation of Annual and Monthly Rainfall:A Case Study of Kyaing Tong(1985-2019), Nang San
- Kyaing Tong University Research Journal, Vol 11, No.1, 2020 193-198 A Geographical Assessment on Main Business Area of Kyaing Tong, Kyu Kyu Than, Nang San
- MAAS Research Journal, Vol XVIII, No.58, 2020 193-201 An Assessment on Socio economic Status of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camps in Banmaw District, Nang San
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol XVIII, No.58, 2020 202-214 A Geographical Analysis on the Primary Activities in Banmaw Township, Nang San
- Banmaw University Research Journal, Vol XVIII, No.58, 2020 239-252 Analysis on Patterns of Crop Concentration in Singu Township, Pearl Khin, Nang San
- Mandalay University of Distance Education Research Journal, Vol.12, No.1, 2023, 69-78 A Geographical Study on Kinds and Sources of Soild Waste DisposalSystem Management in Banmaw Urban Area, Kachin State, Nang San, Thandar Aung, Hkawn Tawng
- Mandalay University of Distance Education Research Journal, Vol.13, No.1, 2024, 83-95 A Geographical Study on Water Resources and Water Supply in Banmaw Urban Area of Banmaw Township, Kachin State, Nang San, Hkawn Tawng
| Supervision: | |||
| (i) MA Thesis | |||
| 1. Urban Climate of Banmaw Town | 2011 | Win Tun Oo | |
| 2. Geographical Analysis on Land Use in Mansi Township | 2015 | Dashi Hkawn San | |
| 3. Geographical Analysison the Development of Higher Education Structure in Banmaw Township | 2016 | Yin Tun | |
| 4. A Geographic Analysis on Land Use Pattern in Momauk Township | 2017 | Swe Swe Win | |
| 5. A Geographic Investigation into Demographic Characteristics in Banmaw Township | 2018 | Nang Jar | |
| 6. A Geographical Study on Social Degree in Banmaw Township | 2018 | Phyu Phyu Theint | |
| 7. Causes and Effects of Rural-Urban Migration in Banmaw Township | 2019 | Aye Shin | |
| 8. Spatial Analysis on Water Supply and Consumption in Kyaing Tong | 2020 | Zue Pwint San | |
| 9. Spatial Analysis of Mobile Phone Shops and Services in Myitkyina | 2025 | Ban Htoi | |
| 10. An Analysis on Environmental Awareness and Perception of Urban Residents on Solid Waste Disposal System of Myitkyina | 2025 | May Thazin Soe | |
| (ii) MRes Thesis | |||
| 1. Urban Landuse of Banmaw | 2012 | Win Tun Oo | |
| 2. An Analysis on Passenger and Commodity Flow in Banmaw Township | 2017-2018 | Yin Tun | |
| (iii) PhD Thesis | |||
| 1. Water Supply and Quality Analysis in Banmaw | 2022 | Zwe Wai Aung | |
| 2. An Analysis in Land Use and Land Cover Changes in Banmaw Township, Kachin State | 2024 | Phaugan Roi Ja | |
U Zaw Ja - Associate Professor
Personal Information:
| Name- | U Zaw Ja |  |
| Professional Position- | Associate Professor | |
| Email- | zawja2020@gmail.com |
Education:
- 1993 B.A (Credit)., Geography, Myitkyina Degree College
- 1998 M.A., Geography, Mandalay University
Professional Positions:
- Tutor, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 1998–2006
- Assistant Lecturer, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 2006–2011
- Lecturer, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 2011–2014
- Lecturer, Department of Geography, University of Pyay 2014–2016
- Lecturer, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 2016–2021
- Associate Professor, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 2021–2023
- Associate Professor, Department of Geography, Banmaw University 2023–2026
- Associate Professor, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 2026-today
Honors and Awards:
Research Interests:
Current Research Projects:
Publication:
- Myitkyina University Research Journal, Vol.3, No.1, 2013 1-10. “Rubber Plantation in Myitkyina Township”, Zaw Ja,Than Than Win
| Supervision: | |||
| (i) M.A Thesis | |||
| 1.Geographical Study on Agriculture in Indawgyi Area, Mohnyin Township | 2016-2017 | Mon Mon Thae | |
| 2.A Geographical Analysis of Agriculture Land Use of Hopin Sub Township | 2017-2018 | Nan Yin Yin Maw | |
| 3. A Geographical Study on Irrigation Agriculture of Waimaw Township | 2017-2018 | Lasum Hkawng Naw | |
| 4.A Geographical Study of retail Shops in Waimaw Town | 2018-2019 | Than Yin | |
| 5.A Geographical Study on Urban Function of Myitkyina Town | 2019-2020 | May Watone Lwin | |
| 6.Geographical Study on the spatial distribution of Government Basic Education Schools in Myitkyina | 2025-2026 | Ja Htoi Lu | |
| (ii)MRes Thesis | |||
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| (iii)PhD Thesis | |||
Daw Ohnmar Htwe - Associate Professor
Personal Information:
| Name- | Daw Ohnmar Htwe |  |
| Professional Position- | Associate Professor | |
| Phone- | +959 -43113727 | |
| Email- | ohmar.htwegeog@gmail.com |
Education:
- 1995 B.A (Q)., Geography, Yangon University
- 2000 M.A., Geography, Yangon University
- 2015 M.Res., Geography, Yangon University
Professional Positions:
Professional Societies: – Myanmar Geosciences Society
Honors and Awards:
Research Interests:
Current Research Projects:
Publication:
- Ohmar Htwe, Soe Moe Lwin and Thet Paing Soe., 2021. Costal Landform along the shoreline between Myeik and Dawei. Proceeding of 4rd Substantial Scientific Collaboration on Ocean and Earth Sciences between China and Myanmar. Dagon University. pp 255-264.
- Ohmar Htwe, Aye Thinzar Lin, Han Zaw Htun, Htun Zaw., 2023. Analysis on Distributon of Health Care Center in North Okkalapa. Myeik University, Research Journal. Vol, 15, No, 1 pp 43-54
Daw War War Win - Associate Professor
Personal Information:
| Name- | Daw War War Win |  |
| Professional Position- | Associate Professor | |
| Email- | lajawin2014@gmail.com |
Education:
- 1997 B.A, Geography, Yangon University of Distance Education
- 2003 M.A, Geography, University of Yangon
Professional Positions:
- Tutor, Department of Geography, Dawei University 2002-2004
- Tutor, Department of Geography, Myeik University 2004-2004
- Tutor, Department of Geography, Yangon University 2004-2008
- Tutor, Department of Geography, Myeik University 2008-2010
- Assistant Lecturer, Department of Geography, Myeik University 2010-2012
- Assistant Lecturer, Department of Geography, Mohnyin Degree College 2012-2014
- Lecturer, Department of Geography, Mohnyin Degree College 2014-2015
- Lecturer, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 2015-2021
- Associate Professor, Department of Geography, Mohnyin University 2021-2023
- Associate Professor, Department of Geography, University of Myitkyina 2023-ယနေ့ထိ
Honors and Awards:
Research Interests:
– Urban Environment Field, Settlement Studies, Rural Economic Activities.
Current Research Projects:
1. An Assessment on Rural Non-Farm Activities in Mogaung Township, Kachin State, 2024
Publication:
- Myeik University Research Journal, 2009 Vol.1 No.1, 22-35, “Environmental Impact of Human Activities: The Case of Bokpyin Township”, War War Win
- University of Myitkyina Research Journal, Vol.12, 2025, 74-81, “An Assessment of Rural Non-Farm Practices in Mogaung Township”, War War Win
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1. Geographical Study on Rural Settlement Structure of Maingna Village Tract, Waimaw Township | 2016-2017 | Aye Nu Nu Zin |
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2. A Geographical Analysis of Quality-of-Life Measurement in Tanai | 2017-2018 | Ja Doi |
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3. Geographic Study on Built Environment and Residents’ Perception of Safety within Suburban Area of Myitkyina | 2017-2018 | Myat Yadana Htwe |
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4. Road Transportation of Myitkyina | 2018-2019 | Ja Ngai |
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5. Spatial and Functional Structures of Rural Settlements in Mogaung Township | 2019-2020 | May Thu Win |
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6. A Geographical Study on Traditional Food Shops in Myitkyina: Case Study in Shatapru and Tatkone Wards | 2022-2023 | Lagwi Ying Bawn |
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7. A Geographical Study on Economic Activities of Rural Area in Mogaung Township, Kachin State | 2024-2025 | Hnin Yu Wai |
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8. Assessment on Municipal Solid Waste Management System in Urban Area of Putao, Kachin State | 2025-2026 | Pha Lar Nang Ram
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| Associate Professor | 3 |
| Lecturer | 3 |
| Assistant Lecturer | – |
| Tutor | 9 |
| Total = | 17 |
First Year
FIRST YEAR (B.A)
Semester I (December-March)
Foundation Courses
မ ၁၀၀၁ မြန်မာစာ
Eng 1001 English `
Core Courses
Geog 1101 Physical Geography
Geog1102 Mapwork and Data Presentation Techniques I
Elective Courses
AM 1001 Aspects of Myanmar
Elective Courses for Other Specialization
Geog 1003 Geography of Southeast Asian Countries ( for Arts Students )
Semester II (June -September)
Foundation Courses
မ ၁၀၀၂ မြန်မာစာ
Eng 1002 English `
Core Courses
Geog 1103 Climatology
Geog1104 Mapwork and Data Presentation Techniques II
Elective Courses
AM 1002 Aspects of Myanmar
Elective Courses for Other Specialization
Geog 1004 Geography of Myanmar
Geog 1008 New Economic Geography ( for YUECO, Economic Students)
Second Year
SECOND YEAR (B.A)
Semester I (December-March)
Foundation Course
Eng 2001 (3) English
Core Courses
– Geog 2101 (4) Integrated Human Geography
– Geog 2102 (4) Geography of World Regions
– Geog 2103 (4) Surveying and Map Projections
Elective Courses (*)
– Geog 2104 (3) Fundamentals of Remote Sensing
– Hist 2001 (3) History of Science and Technology I
Elective Courses for Other Specialization
– Geog 2001 (3) Environmental Geography I (for Science Students)
– Geog 2005 (3) Political Geography I (for Arts Students)
Semester II (June-September)
Foundation Course
– Eng 2002 (3) English
Core Courses
– Geog 2105 (4) Environmental Geography
– Geog 2106 (4) Geography of Myanmar
– Geog 2107 (4) Cartography and Topographic Map Reading
Elective Courses (*)
– Geog 2108 (3) Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems
– Hist 2004 (3) History of Science and Technology II
Elective Courses for Other Specialization
– Geog 2002 (3) Environmental Geography II (for Science Students)
– Geog 2006 (3) Political Geography II (for Arts Students)
Third Year
THIRD YEAR (B.A)
Semester I
Foundation Course
– Eng 3001 (3) English
Core Courses
– Geog 3101 (4) Soils and Biogeography
– Geog 3102 (4) Political Geography
– Geog 3103 (4) Economic Geography
– Geog 3104 (4) Introduction to Research: Quantitative Methods
Electives Courses (*)
Geog 3105 (3) Manufacturing Geography
Geog 3106 (3) Rural Geography
Geog 3115 (3) Fundamentals of Tourism Geography I
Semester II
Foundation Course
– Eng 3002 (3) English
Core Courses
– Geog 3107 (4) Agricultural Geography
– Geog 3108 (4) Urban Geography
– Geog 3109 (4) “Project Introduction and Field Training ”
– Geog 3110 (4) “Introduction to Research:Qualitative Methods ”
Electives Courses (*)
– Geog 3111 (3) Cultural Geography
– Geog 3112 (3) Medical Geography
– Geog 3116 (3) “Fundamentals of Tourism Geography II “
Fourth Year
FOURTH YEAR (B.A)
Semester I (December-March)
Core Courses
– Geog 4101 (4) Geomorphology
– Geog 4102 (4) Impact of Climate Change
– Geog 4103 (8) Research Project in Geography I
– Geog 4104 (8) Research Project in Geography II
Semester II (June-September)
Core Courses
– Geog 4105 (4) Application of Geospatial Technology in Geographical Analysis
– Geog 4106 (4) Regional Development
-Geog 4107 (8) Research Project in Geography III
-Geog 4108 (8) Research Project in Geography IV
First Year Honours
HONOURS FIRST YEAR (B.A)
Semester I (December – March)
Foundation Course
– Eng 3001 (3) English
Core Courses
– Geog 3201 (4) Soils and Biogeography
– Geog 3202 (4) Political Geography
– Geog 3203 (4) Economic Geography
– Geog 3204 (4) Introduction to Research: Quantitative Methods
Electives Courses (*)
– Geog 3205 (3) Manufacturing Geography
– Geog 3206 (3) Rural Geography
– Geog 3215 (3) Fundamentals of Tourism Geography I
Semester II (June– September)
Foundation Course – Eng 3002 (3) English
Core Courses
– Geog 3207 (4) Agricultural Geography
– Geog 3208 (4) Urban Geography
– Geog 3209 (4) Project Introduction and Field Training
– Geog 3210 (4) Introduction to Research: Qualitative Methods
Electives Courses (*)
– Geog 3211 (3) Cultural Geography
– Geog 3212 (3) Medical Geography
– Geog 3216 (3) Fundamentals of Tourism Geography II
Second Year Honours
HONOURS SECOND YEAR(B.A)
Semester I (December – March)
Core Courses
– Geog 4201 (4) Geomorphology
– Geog 4202 (4) Impact of Climate Change
– Geog 4203 (8) Research Project in Geography I
– Geog 4204 (8) Research Project in Geography II
Semester II (June– September)
Core Courses
– Geog 4205 (4) Application of Geospatial Technology in Geographical Analysis
– Geog 4206 (4) Regional Development
-Geog 4207 (8) Research Project in Geography III
-Geog 4208 (8) Research Project in Geography IV
Third Year Honours
HONOURS FINAL YEAR (B.A)
Semester I (December – March)
Core Courses
– Geog 5201 (4) The Nature of Philosophy and Geography
– Geog 5202 (4) Oceanography
– Geog 5203 (4) Population Geography
– Geog 5204 (4) Natural Resource Management and Conservation
– Geog 5205 (4) Geospatial Technology: Remote Sensing
– Geog 5206 (4) Natural Hazards and Problems
Semester II (June– September)
Core Courses
– Geog 5207 (4) Advanced Climatology
– Geog 5208 (4) Hydrology
– Geog 5209 (4) Transportation Geography
– Geog 5210 (4) Spatial Analysis
– Geog 5211 (4) Geospatial Technology: Geographic Information Systems
– Geog 5212 (4) Geography of Tourism
Master of Qualifying
Master of Qualifying(M.A)Q
Semester I (December– March)
Core Courses
– Geog 5201 (4) The Nature of Philosophy and Geography
– Geog 5202 (4) Oceanography
– Geog 5203 (4) Population Geography
– Geog 5204 (4) Natural Resource Management and Conservation
– Geog 5205 (4) Geospatial Technology: Remote Sensing
– Geog 5206 (4) Natural Hazards and Problems
Semester II (June– September)
Core Courses
– Geog 5207 (4) Advanced Climatology
– Geog 5208 (4) Hydrology
– Geog 5209 (4) Transportation Geography
– Geog 5210 (4) Spatial Analysis
– Geog 5211 (4) Geospatial Technology: Geographic Information Systems
– Geog 5212 (4) Geography of Tourism
Master First Year
MASTER’S COURSES: GEOGRAPHY SUBJECTS (2 YEARS)
FIRST YEAR (M.A)
Semester I (June – September)
Core Courses
Geog 6101 (4) Development of Geographic Thought
Geog 6102 (4) Geomorphology and Hydrology/ Economic Geography
Geog 6103 (4) Climatology/Human Geography
Geog 6104 (4) Research Techniques in Geography And Field Training I
Semester II (December – March)
Core Courses
Geog 6105 (4) Environmental Studies
Geog 6106 (4) Regional Analysis
Geog 6107 (4) Soil and Biogeography/Political Geography
Geog 6108 (4) Research Techniques in Geography And Field Training II
- Regional Analysis
- Environmental Studies
- Urban Geography
- Climate Change and Resilience