Program Overview
The Geography (MA) at University of Toronto is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 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 humanities. 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 Geography (MA) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geography (MA) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- the core course (GGR1105H for MA and GGR1200H for MSc)
- one half-credit course in geography or from an approved list
- one half-credit course in any subject
- students enrolled in a collaborative program should consult the Collaborative Program section for any additional requirements
- Outline of the topic/research question
- Literature review
- Methodology
- Timeline for completion of research/data collection, writing and final defense of the thesis
- See Masters Research Proposal Tips from the Feb 2015 workshop
- the core course (GGR1105H for MA and GGR1200H for MSc)
- three half-credit courses in geography or from an approved list
- one half-credit course which must be taken outside the department
- one half-credit course in any subject
- students enrolled in a collaborative program should consult the Collaborative Program section for any additional requirements
- Outline of the topic/research question
- Literature review
- Methodology
- Timeline for completion of research/data collection, writing and final defense of the major research paper
- See Masters Research Proposal Tips from the Feb 2015 workshop
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Degree requirements: A recognized bachelors degree in geography or a closely related field (a minimum of 4.0 full credits or 8 one-semester courses in geography or a closely related field).
Academic achievement: B+ average in each of the final two years of study.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Jan, 2027
About University of Toronto
University of Toronto
Toronto, Canada
public research university in the Greater Toronto Area of Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
