Program Overview
The Geographic and Cartographic Sciences at George Mason University is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Geographic and Cartographic Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Fairfax, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geographic and Cartographic Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Geographic Information System
- Quantitative Methods
- Remote Sensing
- Seminar in Geographic Thought and Methodology
- Communication Skills for Scientists
- Geographic Perspectives on Complex Natural Resource Management
- Socioeconomic Applications of GIS
- Spatial Agent-Based Models of Human-Environment Interactions
- Fundamentals and Interpretation of Imaging Radar
- Introduction to GIS Algorithms and Programming
- Geographic Information Analysis
- Map Design
- The Hydrosphere
- The Lithosphere
- Terrain Mapping
- Automated Cartography
- Map Projections and Coordinate Systems
- Spatial Data Structures
- Introduction to Atmosphere and Weather
- Algorithms and Modeling in GIS
- Environmental Impact Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting all admission requirements for graduate study at George Mason University, applicants should have a bachelors degree in geography, cartography, or a closely related field. Applicants without an undergraduate degree in geography may be required to take one course in each of the following: physical geography, human geography, and cartography. All applicants must have a course in statistics. The program also requires GRE test scores, three letters of recommendation, transcripts of all college coursework, and a statement of interest in the degree. The GRE requirement will be waived if the student holds a masters degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution. TOEFL scores are required for all foreign applicants. Credit from courses taken at other departments and other universities may be applied to the program with prior approval.Applicants will also need three letters of recommendation and an official report of scores obtained on the GRE-GEN. The GRE requirement may be waived if the student holds a masters degree from an accredited US institution. TOEFL scores are required of all international applicants.Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact George Mason University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About George Mason University
George Mason University
Fairfax County, United States
public liberal arts and research university in Fairfax County, Virginia
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
