Master in Professional Studies in Geodesign

Geodesign is a revolutionary design process having an impact worldwide. Its remarkable success lies in its unique combination of science and design: capitalizing on geospatial information, engaging interdisciplinary collaborators, and building consensus among stakeholders, geodesign is changing the way we design for a sustainable future. Learn all of this online - no need to relocate!

Offered wholly online through Penn State World Campus, the 35-credit Master of Professional Studies in Geodesign prepares you to become a go-to expert in addressing complex environmental design issues for settings from urban design to conservation planning.

Geodesign History, Theory, Principles

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Do you believe that we can be more creative in planning our communities and protecting environments for a sustainable future? Would you like to learn a method to make a difference? One that empowers stakeholders and reduces conflict? Geodesign delivers creative solutions for environmental, economic, and social issues. This method works collaboratively across disciplines, deploying innovative technology to dynamically illustrate the impacts of alternative design scenarios.

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