<p>The department offers the PhD degree in Geography (an MA degree may be earned in the process of completing PhD requirements). Student research projects are conducted in collaboration with a faculty adviser and advisory committee. Graduate students work in most major areas of geography and on projects around the world. Graduate alumni of the department have teaching positions at many leading universities in the U.S. and abroad.</p>

<p>Official, specific degree requirements are detailed in <a href="https://grad.ucla.edu/academics/graduate-study/program-requirements-for-ucla-graduate-degrees/">program requirements for UCLA graduate degrees</a>, available at the Graduate Division website. In many cases, more detailed guidelines may be outlined in announcements, other publications, and websites of the schools, departments, and programs.</p>

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

General Catalog

Geography MA, CPhil, PhD