IX. Graduate Programs

Geography

MA and MSc Programs

The Department of Geography offers MA and MSc degrees in Geography, by thesis and by project. The Master's program offers opportunities for research in the fields of 1) environmental management and governance; 2) biophysical systems and processes; and 3) socio-economic spaces and change. The program is distinctive in that it emphasizes interrelationships among biophysical and human systems. Scales of inquiry range from the local to the global, and students conduct research in both developed and developing countries.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission, applicants should meet the minimum requirements of a four-year honours degree with a 75% ('B') average during the final two years of study. Applicants must submit a statement of their research interests with their application. It is essential that applicants contact potential advisors in the department prior to submission of an application. Students are admitted in September. Program offices should be consulted for admission deadlines.

Program Requirements

Students enrol in one of two study options: 1) thesis, or 2) course work and major research project.

Thesis

Students taking the thesis option are required to complete an acceptable thesis and the Research Methods courses (GEOG*6090 and GEOG*6091). In addition, students must take three courses (1.5 credits), from the Department of Geography.

For the MA degree, students must complete two courses identified as social science courses. For the MSc degree, students must complete two courses identified as natural science courses.

Course Work and Major Research Project (MRP)

Students taking the course work option must complete the Research Methods courses (GEOG*6090 and GEOG*6091) and the Research Project course. In addition, five other courses (2.5 credits) are required, at least four of which must be from the Department of Geography. MA students must complete three courses identified as social science courses. MSc students must complete three courses identified as natural science courses.

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