Master's Degree in Geography
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A master’s program in geography is ideal for individuals interested in studying the relationships between people, places, and environments. Graduates often pursue careers as urban planners, GIS specialists, or environmental consultants, specializing in areas like spatial analysis, climate change, and sustainable development.
Program Overview
The Master’s in Geography program offers students a dynamic and interdisciplinary education focused on understanding the relationships between people, places, and environments. Through advanced coursework and research opportunities, students explore topics such as human geography, environmental change, geographic information systems (GIS), and spatial analysis. The program prepares graduates for careers in urban planning, environmental management, geospatial technology, policy analysis, and education, or for continued study at the doctoral level.
The University of Kentucky has a distinguished history of research and educational achievement as the state's premier university. Set within the context of a traditional land grant research institution, the Department of Geography is very proud of its successes in graduate education over the years. The Department of Geography has been identified as one of the top twenty academic programs at the University of Kentucky and, as part of a state effort to identify and enhance top research and graduate programs, has been designated a Research Challenge Trust Fund (RCTF) program.
Admission Requirements
Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Application Requirements
Please view the application requirements for the Graduate School. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Program Specific Requirements
Please view admission information on the Department of Geography page.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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As a graduate student, there are additional opportunities for student funding. Once you are admitted into a degree-bearing graduate program at UK, you can apply for a wide variety of financial assistance, including assistantships and fellowships. These opportunities can be tied to your program’s availability, so you should inquire with your program director about opportunities available within your program!
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