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Jul 05, 2024
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2024-2025 Graduate Bulletin
Geography, Thesis Option, MA
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Program Code: MA_237A
CIP Code: 45.0701
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Program of Study for the Master of Arts in Geography (Thesis Option)
Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree* from an accredited college or university; complete application to the Graduate School ; cover letter (not to exceed two pages) stating reasons why applicant wishes to enter the program.
*Students entering the graduate program without a baccalaureate degree in geography are required to make up deficiencies in the areas of physical geography, human geography, and geographic techniques in consultation with the graduate committee.
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting these criteria does not guarantee admission.
Location: Boone Campus
Accelerated Master’s Program
This program offers an Accelerated Master’s option for undergraduate students with a 3.2 or higher currently enrolled at Appalachian State University.
Course Requirements for the Master of Arts in Geography (Thesis Option)
Total Required (Minimum 30 Hours)
Required Courses (12 Hours)
*A maximum of 3 hours of 5998 and 3 hours of 5999 can be included in the minimum 30 hours required.
Electives (18 Hours)
- 18 hours of approved graduate electives
Other Requirements for the MA in Geography (Thesis Option)
- Thesis: Required
- Proficiency: Not required
- Candidacy: Required; awarded upon approval of thesis committee and prospectus
- Comprehensive: Required
- Product of Learning: Not required
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