Master of Geography — study plan
- Credit hours
- 73
- Levels
- 5
- Courses
- 22
- Degree
- master
The Master of Geography study plan at King Abdulaziz University is an accredited master programme spanning about 3 years (5 academic levels), requiring 73 credit hours across 22 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG 500 | Methods of Geographical Research | 3 |
| GEOG 501 | Statistical Methods in Geography | 3 |
| GEOG 502 | Studies in Physical Geography (in English) | 3 |
Level 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG 503 | Studies in Human Geography (in English) | 3 |
| GEOG 504 | Studies in Human Geography (in English) | 3 |
| GEOG 505 | Contemporary Geographical Trends | 3 |
Level 3 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG 506 | Advanced Studies in Climatology | 3 |
| GEOG 507 | Advanced Studies in Geomorphology | 3 |
| GEOG 508 | Special Region | 3 |
| GEOG 509 | Special Topic | 3 |
| GEOG 510 | Population and Food Resources | 3 |
| GEOG 511 | Geographical Surveying and Its Role in Regional Planning | 3 |
Level 4 27 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG 519 | Geography of Hajj | 3 |
| GEOG 514 | Population of the Third World | 3 |
| GEOG 513 | Industrial Location | 3 |
| GEOG 518 | Studies in Political Geography and Geopolitics | 3 |
| GEOG 515 | Studies in Urban Geography | 3 |
| GEOG 512 | Land Use in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 3 |
| GEOG 517 | Historical Geography of the Arabian Peninsula | 3 |
| GEOG 520 | Energy Geography | 3 |
| GEOG 516 | Advanced Studies in Cartography | 3 |
Level 5 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG 699 | Master’s Thesis | 10 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Master of Geography
How many credit hours is Master of Geography at King Abdulaziz University?
Master of Geography at King Abdulaziz University requires completing 73 credit hours to graduate, spread across 22 courses.
How many years is Master of Geography at King Abdulaziz University?
The study plan for Master of Geography spans about 3 years (5 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Master of Geography award?
Master of Geography at King Abdulaziz University awards a Master's degree after completing 73 credit hours.
Is Master of Geography offered at other universities?
Yes, Master of Geography is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.