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Here's why you want to study Spatial Analysis at the UvA

Research-driven teaching

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Learn from experts in empirically-driven spatial analysis, who combine geographic information systems (GIS) and quantitative techniques with geographically-rooted knowledge and critical thinking.

Geographical methods: theory and practice

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Explore critical data studies alongside spatial analysis methods and apply them to real-world situations.

Societal importance

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Learn how to apply geographical methods to tackle urgent societal problems and make a meaningful impact on the world.

Communicating and visualising research

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Master research communication through best practices in data visualisation and cartography, while reflecting on the impact of visualisation choices.

Is Spatial Analysis right for you?

Yes, if you:

  • Enjoy exploring data and making sense of what it can tell us about the world 
  • Appreciate acquiring spatial analysis skills while also reflecting on their potential and limitations 
  • Are interested in maps and want to know more about mapping and data visualisation 
  • Are a critical thinker interested in considering the potentials and limitations of different research approaches 
  • Want to confront societal problems and their spatial implications 

Discover other tracks in this Master's programme

The Master's programme Human Geography offers five tracks. Spatial Analysis is one of them. The other tracks are:

Facts & Figures
Degree programme
MSc Human Geography
Type
Regular study programme
Mode
Full-time
Credits
60 ECTS, 12 months
Language of instruction
English
Starts in
September
CROHO code
66620
Location
Roeterseiland campus