Program Overview
Master of Spatial Analysis
The Master of Spatial Analysis (MSA) degree can be completed in 12 months (three semesters) by full-time students and 24 months (six semesters) by part-time students.
Degree Requirements
The degree requirements include:
- Four core courses
- Two elective courses
- An internship placement (waived for most part-time students)
- A major research paper or thesis
Fields of Study
Three fields of study are recognized:
- Physical/environmental geography and landscape analysis
- Business/commercial applications
- Social and community information analysis Students participate in one of the fields by selecting electives, the internship host, and their research topic according to their interests.
Major Research Paper (MRP)
The Major Research Paper is a requirement for the MSA degree.
Internship
An internship placement is also a requirement, although it is waived for most part-time students.
Program Structure
The program is designed to be completed in three semesters for full-time students and six semesters for part-time students. The curriculum includes a combination of core and elective courses, as well as the internship and major research paper requirements.
Admission Requirements
Although not explicitly stated, admission requirements are typically outlined in the graduate calendar and may include a document checklist and significant dates.
Graduate Studies
The MSA program is part of the graduate studies offerings, which include information on how to apply, tuition and fees, funding, and significant dates.