AP Human Geography is an advanced placement course designed to introduce students to the patterns and processes that shape human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth's surface. It emphasizes the study of geography from a social science perspective, focusing on human activities, cultures, urbanization, and their impacts on the environment.

Throughout the course, students explore topics such as population distribution, migration, cultural landscapes, language, religion, and economic systems. They also examine the spatial organization of cities, agriculture, industrialization, and the global movement of goods, services, and ideas. AP Human Geography emphasizes the importance of spatial thinking and the relationships between human populations and the environment.

Students are encouraged to use geographic tools, such as maps, data analysis, and spatial technologies like GIS (Geographic Information Systems), to interpret and analyze real-world patterns. The course is designed to help students develop critical thinking skills and a deep understanding of how human geography impacts global issues, such as climate change, urbanization, and inequality.

At the end of the course, students are prepared to take the AP exam, which assesses their knowledge and skills in human geography, potentially earning them college credit.