M.Sc. (Applied Geography)

Master of Science in Applied Geography

M.Sc. Applied Geography or Master of Science in Applied Geography is a postgraduate Geography course. Applied Geography is the application of geographical knowledge and skills to the resolution of real-world social, economic and environmental problems. The course includes remote sensing and spatial analysis (GIS) and is particularly suitable if you wish to obtain a broad overview of the subject, with scope for specialization. Applied geography includes such sub-fields as environmental management, GIS, cartography, land use planning, location analysis, land management, transportation systems planning, applied physical geography, geographic aspects of environmental law and spatial modeling. The course is two years duration and it has four semesters syllabus. M.Sc. Applied Geography is an important and career orienting in nature which opens a lot of job scopes for the candidates after its passing.

M.Sc. Applied Geography Eligibility

• Students should have passed a bachelor's degree with science subjects such as (Chemistry, Maths, Physics, and Chemistry) with a minimum of Second Class securing at least 55% of the aggregate marks
• Some of the reputed institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission to their M.Sc.  Degree courses.

M.Sc. Applied Geography Syllabus

Syllabus of Applied Geography as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc. Applied Geography Colleges

• North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon
• University of Madras, Chennai
• Bharathiar University, Coimbatore

M.Sc. Applied Geography Course Suitability

• Applicants’ mind should be off enjoying traveling, reading, studying and be able to work independently as these are hardworking activities during the course.
• Candidates must be physically fit and healthy to work in any situation & locale, and must keep updated data regarding the earth and the changes occurring. 
• One should have a perceptive and probing mind, keen observation, analytical and logical thinking and computer skills which are essential skills in the field of geography. 
• They must have an interest in mathematics and science, communication skills and fieldwork.  

How is M.Sc. Applied Geography Course Beneficial?

• After passing the course, they are able to provide training and teaching others such as identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• After passing the degree course the candidates are able to resolve the conflicts and play an essential part within a multi-cultural world in which understanding, tolerance and sensitivity are fundamental to social and economic well-being and to the good management of our natural environment. 
• The degree course gives a good base for further higher studies such as M.Phil. and Ph.D. 
• The course teaches students with the latest trends in thematic mapping and quantitative data analysis with the help of GIS and Remote Sensing and to integrate the various factors of socio-economic development and to acquaint the students about the dynamic aspects of human geography. 

M.Sc. Applied Geography Employment Areas

• Countryside Management
• Environmental and Landscape Consultancies
• GIS or Environmental Conservation
• Government Agencies
• Local Authorities
• Multi-National Companies
• Planning
• Remote Sensing
• Resource Management
• The Voluntary Sector

M.Sc. Applied Geography Job Types

• Business Operations Associate
• Computer Instructor
• Junior/Senior Research Fellow
• Lecturer/Teacher
• Manager - Innovation Lab
• Project Assistant
• Researcher