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20260412890The Master’s Program in Geography provides advanced academic and research preparation in geographic sciences to meet the growing national demand for highly qualified specialists. The program develops competencies in geographic analysis, environmental and spatial studies, scientific research, and the application of modern geospatial technologies to support sustainable development and evidence-based decision-making. It contributes to preparing graduates capable of addressing national development priorities in alignment with the objectives of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
To achieve excellence in graduate education and scientific research in Geographic Sciences by preparing distinguished specialists capable of supporting sustainable development, innovation, and evidence-based decision-making in alignment with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Qualifying specialized competencies in Geographic Sciences to advance research and innovation, foster entrepreneurship, and serve society in support of national aspirations and the objectives of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Last Modified Date: 09/07/2026 - 7:31 PM Saudi Arabia Time
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG 500 | Methods of Geographical Research | 3 | None |
| GEOG 501 | Statistical Methods in Geography | 3 | None |
| GEOG 502 | Studies in Physical Geography (in English) | 3 | None |
Course Code: GEOG 500
Course Code: GEOG 501
Course Code: GEOG 502
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG 503 | Studies in Human Geography (in English) | 3 | None |
| GEOG 504 | Studies in Human Geography (in English) | 3 | None |
| GEOG 505 | Contemporary Geographical Trends | 3 | None |
Course Code: GEOG 503
Course Code: GEOG 504
Course Code: GEOG 505
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG 506 | Advanced Studies in Climatology | 3 | None |
| GEOG 507 | Advanced Studies in Geomorphology | 3 | None |
| GEOG 508 | Special Region | 3 | None |
| GEOG 509 | Special Topic | 3 | None |
| GEOG 510 | Population and Food Resources | 3 | None |
| GEOG 511 | Geographical Surveying and Its Role in Regional Planning | 3 | None |
Course Code: GEOG 506
Course Code: GEOG 507
Course Code: GEOG 508
Course Code: GEOG 509
Course Code: GEOG 510
Course Code: GEOG 511
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG 517 | Historical Geography of the Arabian Peninsula | 3 | None |
| GEOG 520 | Energy Geography | 3 | None |
| GEOG 515 | Studies in Urban Geography | 3 | None |
| GEOG 519 | Geography of Hajj | 3 | None |
| GEOG 512 | Land Use in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 3 | None |
| GEOG 514 | Population of the Third World | 3 | None |
| GEOG 513 | Industrial Location | 3 | None |
| GEOG 518 | Studies in Political Geography and Geopolitics | 3 | None |
| GEOG 516 | Advanced Studies in Cartography | 3 | None |
Course Code: GEOG 517
Course Code: GEOG 520
Course Code: GEOG 515
Course Code: GEOG 519
Course Code: GEOG 512
Course Code: GEOG 514
Course Code: GEOG 513
Course Code: GEOG 518
Course Code: GEOG 516
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG 699 | Master’s Thesis | 10 | Completion of 50% of previous coursework (successful completion of 15 credit hours) |
Course Code: GEOG 699
