Geography - Spatial Justice Maynooth University

Overview

Why choose this  Geography - Spatial Justice programme from Maynooth University ?

• Students will be empowered to think geographically, to develop their critical thinking skills, undertake independent research in an area of specialist interest, and significantly enhance their professional skills. 

• Through this programme, students will become familiar with a range of geographical perspectives on justice, including spatial, environmental, health and place-based justice. Through cutting-edge research modules, they will apply these perspectives to specific problems and case studies, including decarbonisation, migration, mobility and housing. 

• Through its publicly engaged research, the department has developed an extensive network of public engagement partners. 

• The MA provides unique public engagement opportunities with these civil society partners through its innovative and immersive modules. Students will work together with these partners to collaborate and develop real-world projects. 

Career Options

The skills learned allow the graduates to find employment in various fields, such as:

• Administration

•  Education

•  Services

•  Creative Industries

•  Working With NGOs

•  Local Government Authorities

A high proportion of graduates go on to pursue fully-funded PhDs.