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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Geography)

After successful completion of the course a candidate can get job as a forest manager in economic and agricultural fields. Archaeology is also an exciting field in which a candidate can make his/her career. Government institutions also offer a good job in the field of intelligence work and remote sensing interpretation. Many companies hire geography experts to work in waste disposals systems. Candidate can also go for civil services exams or choose a teaching profession after the course.

Some of the major recruiters that hire geography majors are:

  • ISRO
  • NRSC
  • NATMO' Survey of India
  • Tata Chemicals ltd.
  • Bayer
  • Eureka Forbes

Given below are different job profile on which a Geography major can work on with the role he/she will have to play on that profile:

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Cartographer

The person is supposed to look after the making of maps.

Climatologist

They have to collect and analyse data related to Earth’s climate.

Environment Manager

They develop, implement and monitor environmental strategies, policies and programmes that promote sustainable development of environment.

Demographer

A demographer conducts statistical examinations of the composition, distribution and transition of the human population.

National Park Service Ranger

Concerned person is charged with protecting and preserving areas set aside in the National Park System.

M.Sc. Geography: Salary Trends

Salaries for Geography majors are pretty impressive as the graph of salary for them is always increasing. There are many different occupations that require knowledge of and skills in geography, and that is the reason geography majors are always in demand. One can earn an average annual package of 3 lakh to 5 lakh in the very beginning of one’s career. However, it can rise upto 20 lakh after gaining some experience in the industry.

Given below is the graph showing salary values for different job profiles:

salary graph for M.Sc. Geography

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Geography) : 4 answered questions

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Ques. How is the Geoinformatics course at Anna University?

● Top Answer By Aishwarya Murali on 01 Dec 22

Ans. The most important factor you should consider before opting for this course is your own interest in this field. If you are a fan of computer programming, then this course is perfect for you. Some features of this course are: As far as the placements are considered, many IT companies visit for bulk placements and recruit Geoinformatics students. One of the core companies that comes for placements is ESRI India. As this center serves as an industry and an educational institute, you will have a lot of practical exposure. The faculty are from diverse backgrounds who are specialized in applying the Geospatial Technology to their respective domains. So this course will be very beneficial in the long run.Read more
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Ques. IIT Bhubaneswar or NIT Rourkela which one should choose for a Geology Master's?

● Top Answer By Sriparna Banerjee on 16 Aug 22

Ans. NIT Rourkela is better for a Masters in Geology. It offers better facilities. Geology department has well-equipped labs with latest technologies. The campus has an active research environment. There is cutting-edge ongoing research in the field of Earth and Atmospheric Science.  Although NIT Rourkela is the better option in terms of academics and research culture, IIT Bhubaneswar has a locational advantage. Due to this advantage, it's easier to get projects and placement opportunities.  Read more
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Ques. How is geology in IIT Bhubaneswar ?

● Top Answer By Priti Bansal on 13 Aug 20

Ans. Very few IITs in India offer Geology and all of them follow the same curriculum. The faculties at IIT Bhubaneswar is well qualified and experienced. Given below are a few advantages of choosing geology at IIT Bhubaneswar:- One of the parts of the IIT Bhubaneswar campus is close to Chilka lake, which is used for ocean and navel geology based courses, it is probably the only IIT in the country with such practical facilities available. Being one of the most culturally effervescent cities in the country and having a tropical savanna climate, Bhubaneswar is the most suitable for the field of climate and ocean research. There are a large number of elective courses of the geology department that are available in IIT Bhubaneswar with a few notable ones being Glacial Geoscience, Modelling and Stimulation, and many others. There are about 11 elective courses in MSc Geology each having 3 contact hours and 3 credits and divided between semesters(I and II) and (III and IV). The first two semesters have courses like environmental earth sciences and the 3rd and 4th semesters have courses like organic geochemistry.Read more
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Ques. IIT Bhubaneswar or NIT Rourkela: Which one should I choose for a Master’s in Geology?

● Top Answer By Upasana on 11 Jul 24

Ans. As a former student of MSc. Geology at IIT Bhubaneswar, I am going to shed some light on my department/institution: IIT Bhubaneswar offers an MSc. Geology program under the School of Earth, Ocean, and Climate Sciences.  The program's objective is to give students extensive instructions and training in Earth, Ocean, and Climate Sciences, including both basic and applied topics.  Additionally, students can also engage in innovative Earth System science research.  We have excellent faculty members at our department who are indulged in high-quality research.  The department students are indulged in workshops, presentations, and academic conferences at top institutes.  Last year, i.e. in 2023, the students of our department won the 1st prize in an oral presentation at the Research & Industrial Conclave, IIT Guwahati.  Based on these factors, I can assure you that joining IIT Bhubaneswar for an MSc. in Geology is a good idea.Read more
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