Overview

The Geography program at Birzeit University also aims at developing and enhancing the students’ capacities and skills in employing and using the latest technologies such as, geographical information systems, remote sensing, and quantitative analysis in addition to the various fields of studies and scientific research in geography to contribute to enhancing scientific knowledge and employing it to serve the society.

This goal can be achieved through proper understanding of fully integrated management and comprehensive planning which are considered the basics for sustainable development.

Outcomes

Gradates able to participate effectively in the process of sustainable development and able to compete in the labor market.

Advanced and thorough scientific research and studies in geography.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geographic Research Methods

Advanced Cartography

Quantitative and Spatial Analysis in Geography

Geographic Information Systems

Remote Sensing

Advanced Studies in Human Geography

Advanced Studies in Physical Geography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-26 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

36 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Az Zaytuniyah, Palestinian Territory, Occupied

Disciplines

Geography

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in Geography or one of the following fields: earth sciences, environmental sciences, natural or engineering sciences, or regional and urban planning from a university recognized by Birzeit University, with a minimum assessment of “Good”. Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in other fields may also be admitted in this program upon the recommendation of the Program Council.
Students admitted to this program who have a bachelor’s degree in another field are required to complete the remedial courses determined by the program, from the following courses: 335 Introduction to Remote Sensing, 336 Geography of the Environment, 436 Geographic Information Systems (GIS). These courses will not count toward the credit hours required for the master’s program and will not be included in the cumulative average of the Master’s Program in Geography.

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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

2312 USD / year

≈ 2312 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

2312 USD / year

≈ 2312 USD / year

Additional Details

2,312 - 2,905 (12 credit hours/ year)

Funding

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