Master of Science in Geography

Western Michigan University

The Master of Science in Geography at Western Michigan University is designed to: Assist you in acquiring the skills needed for independent geographic research, including organizational and communication skills. Enable you to develop a concentration in a particular aspect of the field.The Master of Science in Geography is a broad program without specific concentrations or tracks. However, faculty expertise is particularly suited to (but not limited to) supporting thesis research in these areas:Community development and planning prepares you for: Planning related careers in local and regional governments and as urban and regional planners, land use planners, transportation planners, county planners and zoning administrators. The private sector where planning consultant firms carry out substantial work on contract for public agencies using students' specialized skills.

College of Arts and Sciences