Program Overview
The Geography at University of Nevada Reno is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 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 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
- Location: Reno, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geography programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applications for acceptance into the Geography graduate programs are sent to the Graduate School, and must include:
- A graduate admission application form, including fees;
- An official copy of GRE, LSAT, MCAT or GMAT scores; and
- Official college transcripts. Applicants must also send to the department a statement of purpose and goals and three recommendation letters.
Applications received in full by February 1st will be considered for the Fall semester.
Candidates for the Master of Science degree in Geography must satisfy the general requirements of the Graduate School. Two degree plans are available: Plan A (31 credit) includes a thesis on original research; Plan B (36 credits) replaces the thesis with a professional paper. The student advisor is always the Committee Chair and a full-time Geography faculty member.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of Nevada Reno
University of Nevada Reno
Reno, United States
The University of Nevada, Reno is a public land-grant research university in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is the state's flagship public university and primary land grant institution. It was...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months