Geography

Overview

The study of geography:

Brings together the natural and social sciences
Utilizes geospatial technologies to understand Earth’s processes and examine relationships between people and the environment

The master’s program in geography at SIUE provides students with a foundation in geography, as well as specialization within one or more sub-disciplines.

Program Format

The program can be completed through a mix of traditional daytime courses and evening courses. Online courses are available during the summer.

What can I do with a degree in geography?

A variety of career opportunities await graduates with a degree in geography from SIUE. We offer the only geography program in the St. Louis metropolitan area and as such, our graduates are in demand for positions in the region’s growing geo-spatial workforce.

Employers include:

Federal and state government agencies
National security contractors
Tech companies
Engineering firms
Utility companies
Local and regional governments
Agricultural companies
Environmental non-profit organizations

Program graduates work as:

Geospatial analysts
Cartographers
Imagery analysts
Urban planners
Retail location analysts
Climate scientists
Resource managers
Sustainability consultants
Park rangers

Hands-on Learning

Students at the graduate level have the opportunity to work closely with our diverse faculty on current research projects impacting the local community and beyond. Our students also gain professional experience through internships.

Faculty members at SIUE specialize in:

Human geography
Physical geography
Geographic techniques
Cartography
GIS and remote sensing

Global Experience

We typically have students in our program from numerous countries, including China, India, Nepal, Nigeria, and Ukraine. Program coursework often includes international perspectives, and students are encouraged to participate in international research projects.