Geodesign, Environment and Health (MS)

Geodesign is a proactive science-based problem-solving approach to deal with pressing issues in our society. As interdisciplinary collaborators combine science, technology and creative problem-solving to engage with and build consensus among stakeholders in the Geodesign frameworks, practitioners in different industries and sectors can make better spatial decisions that can help achieve a healthy and sustainable future for our communities and the planet. This graduate program tackles the scientific underpinnings of Geodesign frameworks, and provides students with essential skills in critical spatial thinking, spatial analysis and visual presentation, as well as decision-making with geospatial tools. By choosing one concentration, students will have the opportunity to learn from interdisciplinary faculty, interact with industry leaders and prepare for the future job market that emphasizes interdisciplinarity, interoperability and creativity in dealing with complex real-world challenges.