Program Overview
The Master's Degree in Geography at Marshall University offers two tracks: M.A. in Human Geography and M.S. in GIScience or Physical Geography. The program provides advanced knowledge and skills in geography, preparing graduates for professional employment or doctoral studies. It can be pursued on campus or 100% online, with flexible course rotation and a capstone or thesis option. Graduates are equipped for careers in various sectors, including GIS analysis, environmental science, and education.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
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- Aims to equip graduates with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of geography, preparing them for professional employment or further studies at the doctoral level.
- Offers two degree tracks:
- M.A. in Geography: focuses on human geography and education.
- M.S. in Geography: focuses on GIScience and/or physical geography.
- Requires completion of 34 credit hours and can be pursued on campus or 100% online.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Core courses:
- Any GEO GIScience course (3 or 4 credit hours)
- GEO615 Geographic Thought (3 credit hours)
- GEO616 Geographical Research Methods (3 credit hours)
- (MS only) GEO540 Spatial Statistics and GIS (4 credit hours)
- GEO 679 Applied Projects (3 credits) or GEO681 Thesis (6 credits)
- Track-specific courses:
- Human/Regional Geography:
- Geography of Appalachia
- Geography of Europe
- Political Geography
- Population Geography
- Geography of South and Middle America
- Urban Geography
- Environmental Geography
- Transportation Geography
- Physical Geography:
- Environmental Geography
- Climatology
- Environmental Raster GIS
- Flood Hazards and GIS
- Weather Analysis
- GIScience:
- Cartography and GIS
- Principles of GIS
- Programming GIS
- GIS Location Analysis
- Environmental Raster GIS
- Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry
- Enterprise GIS
- Other Tracks: Location Analysis, Environmental Analysis, Urban and Regional Analysis, Weather and Climate, AP Human Geography Educator
Structure and Schedule:
- Traditional on-campus format or 100% online delivery.
- Flexible course rotation allows tailoring the study pace to individual needs (1-2 years completion time with potential extension up to 7 years).
- Thesis option or capstone course (majority opt for capstone).
- Internship opportunities available.
Assessment:
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Teaching:
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Careers:
- Graduates are prepared for professional careers in various sectors:
- AP Human Geography teacher
- Community college professor
- GIS analyst
- Natural resource and environmental scientist
- Research-oriented positions
- Testimonials from alumni highlight the program's effectiveness in securing career opportunities.
Other:
- Accelerated Master's Degree program enables Marshall undergraduates to take graduate courses and potentially finish the master's program in one year after graduation.
- Students can mix and match courses from different tracks to personalize their program based on interests.
- Minimum course requirement of 17 credits at the 600 level.
Additional Notes:
- For specific details about admissions process, contact Dr. James Leonard.
- More information about individual course descriptions is likely available in the course rotation schedule or university catalog.
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