Master
of Geography (MS)
School of Science
and Engineering
Atlantic International University
The Master of Geography (MS) program objective
is to help students develop an understanding
in the application of geography and be in
the forefront solving problems of environmental
and natural resource use and policy. The
Master of Geography program is offered online
via distance learning. After evaluating
both academic record and life experience,
AIU staff working in conjunction with Faculty
and Academic Advisors will assist students
in setting up a custom-made program, designed
on an individual basis. This flexibility
to meet student needs is seldom found in
other distance learning programs. Our online
program does not require all students to
take the same subjects/courses, use the
same books, or learning materials. Instead,
the online Master of Geography curriculum
is designed individually by the student
and academic advisor. It specifically addresses
strengths and weaknesses with respect to
market opportunities in the student’s
major and intended field of work. Understanding
that industry and geographic factors should
influence the content of the curriculum
instead of a standardized one-fits-all design
is the hallmark of AIU’s unique approach
to adult education. This philosophy addresses
the dynamic and constantly changing environment
of working professionals by helping adult
students in reaching their professional
and personal goals within the scope of the
degree program.
Important: Below is an example of the topics
or areas you may develop and work on during
your studies. By no means is it a complete
or required list as AIU programs do not
follow a standardized curriculum. It is
meant solely as a reference point and example.
Want to learn more about the curriculum
design at AIU? (Course
and Curriculum)
Core Courses and Topics in
Geography:
- Economic Geography
- History and Paradigms of Geomorphology
- Coastal Geomorphology
- Fluvial Geomorphology
- Glacial Geomorphology
- Resource-Based Development
- Human Geography
- Cultural Geography
- Environment and Subsistence in Indigenous
Cultures
- Climatology
- Biophysical Modeling of Land Surface
Processes and Land Atmosphere Interactions
- Biogeography of Plants
- Biogeography of Animals
- Medical Geography
- Political Geography of Geopolitics
- Population Geography
- Urban Systems
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Remote Sensing of Environment
- Spatial Statistics
- History of Modern Geography
Orientation Courses:
- Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive Resume)
- Organization Theory (Portfolio)
- Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
- Academic Evaluation (Questionnaire)
- Fundament of Knowledge (Integration Chart)
- Fundamental Principles I (Philosophy of Education)
- Professional Evaluation (Self Evaluation Matrix)
- Development of Graduate Study (Guarantee of an Academic Degree)
Research Project in Geography:
Masters Thesis Project
MBM300 Thesis Proposal
MBM302 Master Thesis (7,500 words)
Publication: Each Master of Geography graduate
is encouraged to publish their research
papers either online in the public domain
or through professional journals and periodicals
worldwide.
Career
Center Master of Geography
Job Description
Master of Geography
Geographers are social scientists who study
countries, regions, and cities through their
economy, social conditions, climate, and
topography. Geographers use their findings
to solve problems in urban and regional
planning, business, and agriculture. While
many geographers are involved in environmental
planning, most teach and do research in
colleges and universities. Geographers also
teach in high schools or work for federal
and state agencies, private companies, or
as self-employed consultants.
Professional Associations
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