The geography education study program was established in 1961 based on the Decree of the Minister of P & K number 06/MPK/161. Based on the Decree of the President of the Republic of Indonesia No. 124 dated October 7, 1999, the Department of Geography Education aims to produce prospective educators particularly in the Geography field. During this period, the department has been active in producing graduates, partnering with educational institutions such as the institution of education personnel (LPTK) and other universities in scientific activities on the local, national and international scale, as well as carrying out community service.

Pendidikan geografi berdiri sejak tahun 1961 berdasarkan SK menteri P & K nomor 06/MPK/161. Berdasarkan SK Presiden RI No.124 tanggal 7 oktober 1999, Jurusan Pendidikan Geografi bertugas untuk menghasikan calon tenaga pendidik. Selama kurun waktu tersebut, jurusan telah banyak berkiprah dalam menghasilkan lulusan, menjadi mitra lembaga pendidikan tenaga kependidikan (LPTK) dan perguruan tinggi lainnya dalam kegiatan ilmiah, serta melaksanakan pengabdian pada masyarakat.