Master of Science in Geography - Water Resources Management (Professional)

University of North Texas

Take on significant societal and environmental challenges. Many problems facing society today have a geographical dimension. We offer a professional program and a research program, which apply geographic concepts and techniques to solve those problems. By studying Geography at the University of North Texas, you learn to apply research methods and spatial and environmental problem-solving skills to: Address problems related to floods, droughts and other hazards. Create plans for sustainable urban growth. Evaluate effects of globalization and environmental change on human security. Evaluate human impacts on ecosystems. Find good locations and markets for business expansion. Identify patterns in the spread of disease. Plan and manage water, energy and other resources.Many parts of the world are facing significant water shortage and pollution problems. These problems will likely escalate as populations grow throughout the 21st century. This track under the Master's of Science in Applied Geography (MSAG) enables students to structure their degree plans around scientific, technical and political aspects of water resources management. The track meets all existing requirements of the MSAG (including courses in research design, geographic theory, quantitative techniques and a cognate field). Students completing this track may find employment with government research and regulatory agencies, municipalities, planning organizations, water supply districts or environmental consulting firms.