Master of Science in Applied Geospatial Sciences

This master’s degree is designed for students who want to pursue a career in managing land, community, and environmental spatial systems, including geographic information systems (GIS), geodesign, community planning and development, and recreation. In addition to engaging coursework this degree requires a research thesis or applied practicum project overseen by a faculty committee. Available Emphasis Areas: Custom Geography, Planning and Recreation - Emphasis Geospatial Technologies - Emphasis Planning and Recreation - Emphasis Geospatial Technologies, Professional Science Masters – Emphasis The MS in Applied Geospatial Sciences at Northern Arizona University can provide you the tools to engage in a lifetime of intellectual adventure in research and teaching, or a career in the private or public sectors. The required coursework will increase your expertise in specialized areas related to community and sustainable planning, GIS data analysis and mapping, area and regional studies, and focused education in geospatial technologies. Faculty work closely to assist you with geographic research, and applied community development as you explore Flagstaff 's own physical and cultural geography. Our location on the diverse Colorado Plateau, coupled with its mix of ethnic roots (Native American, Latino, and western European), make this mountain town a perfect geography classroom. Career opportunities that might be pursued: Community planner or developer Land, utility, or land resource manager Sustainability program director Recreation resource manager Community college instructor With further education, one of these paths is possible: International development Business and political marketing Mobile and big data analysis University professor