Master of Science in Geography

Virginia Tech

The MS program in geography emphasizes developing professional competence in the tools, substance, methodology, and theory of the discipline. Thesis and non-thesis options in the 30 semester hour program prepare students for a variety of careers in teaching, research and planning organizations, business and government. The graduate program in geography consists of an MS degree in Geography and a PhD. degree in Geospatial and Environmental Analysis. The MS degree develops specialists for academic, agency and industry positions though emphasis on- Making appropriate use of methods for geographic inquiry to determine, to analyze, and to interpret spatial and temporal patterns and processes, Identifying debates and gaps in the current literature to define an original research question, Conducting research, collecting primary or secondary data, defending, and presenting their findings in publishable form.

College of Natural Resources and Environment