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Geography

University of Kentucky
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree MA
Delivery On-campus
Location Lexington, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Geography at University of Kentucky is a MA programme in Humanities, 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 Greece and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
  5. Location: Lexington, United States, Greece

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Geography programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Concepts in Geography
  2. Development of Geographic Thought
  3. Geographic Information System Workshop
  4. Biogeography and Conservation
  5. Fluvial Forms and Processes
  6. Markets and Nature
  7. Land and Landscape
  8. Theories of Development and Anti-Development
  9. Virtual Geography
  10. Geographies of Power
  11. Geography and Social Theory

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The required materials includes the following:
  • A statement of your goals and objectives in which you discuss your areas of scholarly interest, any research directions you may wish to pursue, and how your interests and goals fit with those of the University of Kentucky\'s Graduate Program in Geography. This document should be about two pages double-spaced. (Note: this is listed as Personal Statement in the application system)
  • A current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • All applicants will be considered for assistantships and fellowships. The application system contains an Assistantship Interest section that you are required to fill out. Uploading a blank document document (or one that simply says "I am interested in assistantships" is fine.
  • You can submit a writing sample but this is NOT required.
  • Three letters of reference from persons who can evaluate your potential for success in our graduate program.
  • One transcript from each University attended (you can upload an unofficial copy for the application process, official copies will be required once application decisions are made)
  • GRE scores (click here for more information)
  • Official TOEFL scores if your first language is not English
  • Application Fee ($65 for domestic applicants and $75 for international applicants)

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Tuition fees: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Kentucky 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 University of Kentucky

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