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Program checklist · MA

Geography, MA

Binghamton University · Vestal, NY

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Program
Award
MA
Credential class
ceterms:MasterDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
The Master of Arts (MA) in Geography program provides students advanced study of the discipline of geography through conceptual and hands-on learning experiences. The program prepares students for careers in government (local, state, federal; urban/regional planning, cartography) and industry (environmental consulting, geospatial analysis), or pursuit of a doctoral program to continue conducting geographic research. The department offers four coursework tracks for students to specialize in: General Geography, Cartography/Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Environmental/Resource Management, and Urban Planning/Applied Geography. To fulfill the degree requirements, students must complete thesis research or a project under the advisement of a geography faculty member.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
196079
CourseShelf checklist
CK_196079_d4485102
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Admission Requirements

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    Program Requirements

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      A. Track 1: General Geography Course Requirements

      5 items
      1. GEOG 500
        Geographical Theory
        Not resolved to a course
      2. GEOG 533
        Quantitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      3. OR GEOG 534
        Qualitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      4. GEOG 599
        Research-Thesis
        Not resolved to a course
      5. Seven Electives
        Not resolved to a course

      B. Track 2: Cartography and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Course Requirements

      6 items
      1. GEOG 500
        Geographical Theory
        Not resolved to a course
      2. GEOG 533
        Quantitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      3. OR GEOG 534
        Qualitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      4. Select two GIS courses in consultation with advisor
        Not resolved to a course
      5. Five additional courses
        Not resolved to a course
      6. GEOG 599
        Research-Thesis
        Not resolved to a course

      C. Track 3: Environmental and Resource Management Course Requirements

      6 items
      1. GEOG 500
        Geographical Theory
        Not resolved to a course
      2. GEOG 533
        Quantitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      3. OR GEOG 534
        Qualitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      4. Select two physical geography courses in consultation with advisor
        Not resolved to a course
      5. Five additional courses
        Not resolved to a course
      6. GEOG 599
        Research-Thesis
        Not resolved to a course

      D. Track 4: Urban Planning and Applied Geography Course Requirements

      6 items
      1. GEOG 500
        Geographical Theory
        Not resolved to a course
      2. GEOG 533
        Quantitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      3. OR GEOG 534
        Qualitative Methods
        Not resolved to a course
      4. Select two urban courses in consultation with advisor
        Not resolved to a course
      5. Five additional courses
        Not resolved to a course
      6. GEOG 599
        Research-Thesis
        Not resolved to a course

      Additional Information About the Program

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