Overview
The Geography (PhD) program at York University provides advanced training in geographical research, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to human and physical geography, urban studies, environmental issues, and geospatial analysis. Objectives include developing expertise in theoretical and methodological skills for original research contributions. Unique features include a focus on critical geography, access to urban field sites in the Greater Toronto Area, and integration with York's strengths in social justice and sustainability studies.
Career Prospects
Graduates pursue careers in academia, government, non-profits, and industry, leveraging skills in research, policy analysis, and spatial data interpretation. Common paths include university professorships, environmental consulting, urban planning roles, and positions in international development organizations.
Key Faculty/Staff
- Dr. Roger Keil, Professor, specializing in urban political ecology.
- Dr. Sarah Marie Hall, Associate Professor, focusing on feminist geography and social reproduction.
- Dr. Godwin Yeboah, Associate Professor, expert in geospatial technologies and health geography.
Unique Facilities and Partnerships
The program benefits from the Spatial Analysis and Modelling Lab for GIS and remote sensing, the York Centre for Research on Latin America and the Caribbean for international collaborations, and partnerships with organizations like the Canadian Association of Geographers and local urban planning bodies.
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