MA in Geography in Tempe United States | Arizona State University

The MA in geography provides focused academic and professional development, equipping students with a strong graduate foundation for either advanced specialization or direct career entry. The curriculum is adaptable to accommodate individual aspirations, enabling learners to tailor their studies to align with both personal and professional objectives.

Beyond cutting-edge courses, the program features advanced research facilities like the Spatial Analysis Research Center and Urban Climate Research Center, where students collaborate with distinguished faculty on varied research initiatives. Participants engage with leading geography experts, including four National Academy of Sciences members and emerging specialists in urban heat island studies, GIS, and related fields.

Geography MA candidates can craft a customized learning journey that aligns with their specific interests across the discipline. The program offers diverse course options and research possibilities within four interdisciplinary focus areas, drawing from the collective expertise of the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning faculty:

computational spatial science
earth systems and climate science
place, identities and culture
sustainability science and studies