Overview

The Geosciences - Geography MSc program offered at Georgia State University is distinctive because it spans the social and physical dimensions of environmental and resource issues, with a special focus on urban communities.

Our faculty have expertise in the social and environmental dimensions of water, environmental geochemistry and global climate change. We are also expanding our Geographic Information Science research and teaching to better represent and describe the complexity of social and environmental concerns.

Careers

Our students are prepared to work in a variety of fields related to the geography specialty. They are also equipped to pursue doctoral studies. Our Geosciences graduates work in roles that include:

Urban planners

Geographic information scientists

Community planners

Environmental researchers

Environmental consultants

Climatologists

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Cartography
Remote Sensing
Geographic Information Systems
Advanced Geographic Information Systems
Qualitative Methods in Geography
Quantitative Spatial Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Environmental Sciences View 226 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United States

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to the M.S. degree program in Geosciences with Geography concentration must submit three letters of recommendation from professional sources.
A statement of educational/career goals.
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Transcripts (one from each institution attended)
Official TOEFL/IELTS Scores (international applicants only)

Tuition Fee

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International

30216 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15108 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

30216 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15108 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

9552 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4776 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Atlanta

1213 - 2208 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Geosciences - Geography.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

226 countries / Need-based

Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria

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