Overview

The Department of Geography at California State University Northridge has a multifaceted institutional mission.

Key features

In the broadest sense, we strive to meet the institutional goals of California State University by providing excellent instruction, conducting valuable research and engaging in meaningful service to the local, regional and international communities of which we are a part. To accomplish these goals, we endeavor to foster a greater understanding of processes that produce and alter the myriad spatial patterns constituting our human and physical environments.

Careers

Training in Geography leads students toward careers in the private or public sector as city and regional planners, conservationists, economic development and environmental consultants, sustainability analysts and managers, Geographic Information Science technicians and analysts, climatologists, emergency management specialists and teachers at all levels. More geographers than ever before are employed in exciting careers, which include travel, working outdoors and utilizing cutting-edge geospatial technologies to solve important social, economic and environmental issues. A recent survey of CSUN alumni indicates that geographers have a higher level of job satisfaction and a higher income than many other disciplines.

The degree also can provide a foundation for pursuing advanced or professional degrees in social, environmental or physical sciences.

Skills

Technical skills taught in geography include: Geographic Information Systems (GIS); field observation and data collection, including the use of drone technology; Global Positioning Systems (GPS); sustainability analysis and management; land-use analysis; online mapping such as Google Earth; paper or digital map design; professional report writing, sediment analysis, spatial statistics, topographic surveying and weather station instrumentation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geographic Thought, Analysis and Research

Digital Cartography

Remote Sensing

WebGIS

GIS Automation and Customization

Spatial Database Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

One of the following:

A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5 to 2.99, please contact the graduate coordinator.

A graduate degree in another field from CSUN or other accredited institution.

At least a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 units attempted.

Two letters of recommendation.

Demonstration of research and writing skills. Applicants must submit to the graduate committee a sample research paper, written in English and, preferably, one that was completed as part of the baccalaureate degree requirements, such as a senior thesis or other research paper in an upper division undergraduate course. Because of the importance of research and writing to the graduate program, the committee needs to be assured of applicants’ abilities and promise in these areas.

A well-written statement of purpose (approximately 1,000 words, double-spaced, 12-point font).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

9464 USD / year

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Out-of-State

9464 USD / year

≈ 9464 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9464 USD / year

≈ 9464 USD / year

Additional Details

If you are not a resident of California, add $420 per unit.

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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