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Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global.



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$88.9k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.


45%

Bachelor's degree

25%

Doctoral degree

20%

Master's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Earth Observations Scientist

Geographer

GIS Coordinator (Geographic Information Systems Coordinator)

GIS Geographer (Geographic Information Systems Geographer)

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