Geography

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Department Information

Program Description

The Department of Geography offers graduate students the opportunity to earn a Master of Science Degree. The curriculum, organized through formal courses, seminars, internship experiences, and supervised research, is designed to prepare students for positions in such professional areas as planning, remote sensing, geographic information sciences, government service, research, business, and teaching. The program also is designed to provide students with the education needed to pursue further graduate study.

Students seeking this degree are expected to select courses that will provide a sound foundation in geography (philosophical, physical and human, and research techniques) supported, if appropriate, by courses outside the department.

Internships generally are available with planning districts, governmental agencies, business, and industry. A limited number of Graduate Teaching Assistantships are available within the department.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

   Master of Science:   Option A
                                Option B
Doctor of Philosophy: 60-Credit Plan
                                    90-Credit Plan

Core Requirements for Master of Science

Students are expected to take the following courses:

Core Requirements for Doctor of Philosophy

For details see specific program: Geospatial Science and Engineering.

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: Department requirement of 525 paper-based, 197 computer-based, 71 Internet-based

General Requirements (Master’s and PhD)

Graduate students should consult with the Graduate Coordinator before registering for graduate work.

See Master’s Degree Requirements and Doctor of Philosophy Degree Requirements.

Course Offerings

Geography (GEOG, PLAN) Courses