The Master of Science in Geography program at Marshall University focuses on GIScience and physical geography.
Our curriculum covers contemporary challenges such as economic development, urban planning, environmental sustainability, and more.
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The Master of Science route is the best option for students looking to participate in geographical research projects or to prepare for a doctoral program.
Courses are taught by full-time faculty members who have a PhDs in the field.
Access the full support resources of Marshall while pursuing a master’s degree in geography online: software licenses (e.g., ArcGIS, ERDAS Imagine), research libraries, English Writing Center, information technology support, and the Office of Career Education.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for geoscientists in May 2023 was $92,580 per year. The Geography Department prepares students to succeed as professionals in today’s job market through an innovative curriculum focusing on building critical thinking, technical, and practical skills across a range of human geography, physical geography, and geospatial information science (GIScience) courses.
- Cartographer
- Climate change analyst
- Environmental consultant
- National resource manager
- Remote sensing specialist
- Sustainability coordinator
- Urban & regional planner
