Program Overview

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Master Géographie, Aménagement, Environnement et Développement

The Master's program in Geography, Planning, Environment, and Development is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the geographical sciences, with a focus on local, regional, Mediterranean, European, and international dimensions.

Objectives

The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and develop territories, taking into account environmental, social, and economic factors. The program covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Geographical analysis and modeling of territories
• Environmental and societal issues related to coastal areas and their management
• Expertise in planning and operational management of urban and rural spaces

Public Visé

The program is designed for students and professionals holding a degree in geography, planning, mathematics, and computer science applied to human and social sciences, and environmental sciences, who wish to pursue a career in territory management and planning.

Conditions d'Admission

To be eligible for the program, students must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent. For students whose native language is not French, a minimum level of B2 in French is required.

Prérequis Obligatoires

Students must have a solid academic background in geography, planning, and environmental sciences, as well as a good command of written and spoken French and English.

Structure and Organisation

The program is divided into three tracks:

• COAST (COAStal managemenT and vulnerabilities)
• GMS (Géomatique et modélisation spatiale – Geomatic and Spatial Modelling)
• TSA (Territoires, Société, Aménagement)

Each track has its own specific objectives and coursework.

Sites d'Enseignement

The program is taught at the ALLSH campus in Aix-en-Provence.

Formation et Recherche

The program is affiliated with several research centers, including the CEREGE, ESPACE, and TELEMME. Students have the opportunity to participate in research projects and internships.

Régimes d'Inscription

The program is open to students in initial training, continuing education, and professional training.

Connaissances à Acquérir

The program aims to provide students with knowledge and skills in:

• Geographical analysis and modeling of territories
• Environmental and societal issues related to coastal areas and their management
• Expertise in planning and operational management of urban and rural spaces
• Geomatics and spatial modeling

Compétences à Acquérir

The program aims to equip students with the following skills:

• Elaboration and implementation of territorial planning policies
• Formation in urban planning techniques
• Use of geographical information systems (GIS) and spatial analysis
• Education and mediation in sustainable development

Stages et Projets Encadrés

The program includes internships and supervised projects, which provide students with practical experience in the field.

Modalités Pédagogiques Particulières

The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including project-based learning, hybrid courses, and numerical supports.

Enseignements Délocalisés

Some courses are taught in partnership with other universities, including the University of Avignon and the University of Nice Côte d'Azur.

Taux d'Insertion Professionnelle

The program has a high employment rate, with graduates working in a variety of fields, including:

• Development local
• Information géographique
• Ingénierie en agriculture et environnement naturel
• Mise en oeuvre et pilotage de la politique des pouvoirs publics

Métiers Visés

The program prepares students for careers in:

• Chargé d'études environnement
• Chargé d'études biodiversité
• Chargé de projet en développement local/territorial
• Chargé de la protection du patrimoine naturel
• Chargé d'études en sciences humaines
• Chargé de projet (développement local)
• Chargé de mission (développement local)
• Chargé d'étude (développement local)
• Chargé d'analyses et de développement
• Chargé de Systèmes d'Information Géographique (SIG)
• Ingénieur environnement
• Ingénieur géomaticien
• Ingénieur Cartographe
• Coordonnateur et animateur de projet territorial
• Chargé de projet infrastructures socioécologiques
• Chargé de projet : observatoire territorial, gestion de données, projet d'aménagement
• Chargé d'études en bureau d'études et au sein de collectivité
• Chargé d'études environnement
• Chargé de projet en développement et de soutien local/territorial

Poursuites d'Etudes

Graduates may pursue further studies, including a Ph.D.

Partenariats

The program has partnerships with several organizations, including research centers, local authorities, and companies.

Études à l'Étranger

The program offers opportunities for study abroad, including Erasmus+ and Uarctic programs.

Informations Diverses

The program is part of the AMU ITEM and OCEAN institutes.

Aide à la Réussite

The program offers support for students, including:

• Two specific courses in Master 2: "Insertion professionnelle en anglais" and "Construire son projet professionnel"
• Availability of teachers-researchers
• Active alumni network

Aide à l'Orientation

The program offers support for students, including:

• Two specific courses in Master 2: "Insertion professionnelle en anglais" and "Construire son projet professionnel"
• Availability of teachers-researchers
• Active alumni network
• Bureau de la formation professionnelle et continue (UFR ALLSH) and CFA (parcours GMS)

Aide à la Poursuite d'Etudes et à l'Insertion Professionnelle

The program offers support for students, including:

• Network of former graduates and teachers-researchers
• Label CESAM +
• SAFE Cluster (aeronautics and space)

Frais d'Inscription

The tuition fees for the program are:

• Formation initiale: 250 €
• Droits d'inscription: more information available
• Droits différenciés des étudiants extra-communautaires: more information available
• Formation continue: more information available