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Welcome to the Graduate Program in Geography

Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Ideally situated in the rich intellectual environment of York University, and the diverse city of Toronto, our research-intensive program gives students access to seminars, reading groups, fieldwork experience, scholarship opportunities, and communities both inside and outside the university. Our program gives students a launch pad to be on the cutting edge of their field. 

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Graduate Program in Geography at a Glance

35+ Faculty

That are full-time and fully engaged

70+ Graduate Students

From over a dozen different countries

20 Successful Applicants

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Featured Faculty

Biftu Yousuf’s dissertation explores the invisibilized role of racialized diasporas in Canada’s refugee protection and resettlement project. She uses the Private Sponsorship of Refugees program as a case study to examine migration governance and refugee policies in Canada, but from the perspectives and experiences of racialized sponsors with refugee histories. Her research documents ‘why’ and ‘how’ they mobilize to extend refugee protection to fellow exiles who have fled war zones and human rights atrocities.

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The Graduate Program in Geography at York is an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. Contact our Graduate Program Assistant to learn more.