Amherst,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Geography - Geographic Information Science and Technology in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,276
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The MS-Geography program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst offers a Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIST) concentration, an intensive one-year master's track that delivers comprehensive training in geospatial technologies. Students engage in advanced studies of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and spatial analysis, equipping them with practical expertise and versatile GIS capabilities for various career paths. This concentration prepares graduates with essential geospatial knowledge and methodologies, opening doors to opportunities in government, industry, or advanced academic pursuits across disciplines like urban planning, environmental studies, and public administration.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Prior to their anticipated start date, applicants must complete a bachelor's degree from a U.S. college or university accredited by a regional accrediting association, or complete an international degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree from a college or university recognized and approved by the Ministry of Education or commission responsible for higher education in the country where the degree is earned.
Personal Statement and R'sum
Letters of Recommendation - Most programs require a minimum of two letters of recommendation, but some programs require more.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Personal Statement and R'sum
Letters of Recommendation - Most programs require a minimum of two letters of recommendation, but some programs require more.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Tuition
USD
32,276