Learning Goals
The M.A. degree in Geography will:
- Enable students to achieve advanced competency in human geography, physical geography and geographic research techniques
- Provide students with the opportunity to:
- Prepare for advanced study in Ph.D. programs
- Prepare for careers in planning, environmental analysis, GIS and mapping
- Prepare for careers in education including community college teaching
- Provide students with an opportunity to work in multicultural, international and collaborative environments
- Enable students to achieve excellence in research, writing and presentation skills
- Provide students with access to advanced geotechniques
Graduate Student Learning Outcomes
- Students acquire in-depth knowledge of at least one subfield of geography (physical, human, or geospatial techniques).
- Students can clearly and effectively communicate in-depth geographic knowledge and research in writing, orally, and/or visually.
- Students are able to conduct high-quality independent research on geographic issues.
