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Baku State University
Baku State University
Baku State University Baku · 1919

Geography

Admissions open PhD 3 years Social Sciences & Humanities English Azerbaijani Russian Full-Time Education
1 600 $ Annual tuition

📚 What is the Geography program like?

Baku State University — what is taught, how the program progresses, what graduates become

PhD programs of the Faculty of Geography at Baku State University (BSU): research in physical geography, geomorphology, climate, hydrology, human geography and GIS.

Baku State University (BDU), founded in 1919, is Azerbaijan's first university: 16 faculties, 127 departments, 197 master's and 70 PhD specializations, more than 30 research laboratories, and research institutes of Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Genetics and Nanotechnology. It is ranked 688th in the QS World University Rankings 2026, first in Azerbaijan and the leader in the South Caucasus; it cooperates with METU, Moscow State, Indiana and Vienna universities.

Admission requires a master's degree and a research proposal; the program lasts 3 years (6 semesters) and leads to the "fəlsəfə doktoru" (PhD) degree upon defense of a doctoral thesis written under the supervision of an advisor. The language of instruction and of the thesis can be English, Azerbaijani or Russian. This program is a faculty umbrella: applicants choose one of the faculty's doctoral specializations when applying.

What you will learn

DepartmentScope
Physical Geography and GeomorphologyCaucasus and Caspian
Climatology and HydrologyClimate change
Human and Economic GeographyPopulation, regions
Cartography and GeoinformaticsGIS research

The first year covers doctoral courses and the foreign language and philosophy exams (candidate minimum exams); the 2nd and 3rd years are devoted to research, publications (at least 2 articles) and the thesis defense.

Who this program is for

  • Master's graduates in geography.
  • Those aiming for an academic career.
  • Those who want to do spatial research.

Source: bsu.edu.az (official site and faculty sites); QS World University Rankings 2026

💼 What do Geography graduates do?

Graduates work as researchers in academia and in planning and environmental agencies.

Geographer and GIS specialistGeography teacher (with pedagogical training)Urban and regional planning specialistEnvironment and disaster management specialistTourism and mapping specialist
🇦🇿 In AzerbaijanMinistry of Ecology and municipalities · Mapping and GIS companies
🌍 International
Full career guide: what do Geography graduates do and where do they work?

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📋 Required documents

Master's Diploma (Apostilled)
Master's Transcript (Apostilled)
Valid Passport Scan
Hepatitis B, C and HIV test results

📅 Intake

Fall 2026 — deadline: 15.10.2026
General admission for international students.
Spring 2027 — deadline: 30.01.2027
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❓ Frequently asked questions about Geography

Baku State University — the most common questions about the Geography program, with up-to-date answers

01How much does Geography at Baku State University cost?
The annual tuition for Geography at Baku State University is 1 600 $.
02How long is the Geography program?
The Geography program at Baku State University lasts 3 years (36 months) and ends with a PhD degree.
03What is the language of instruction for Geography?
The language of instruction for Geography at Baku State University: English, Azerbaijani, Russian.
04Which documents are required to apply for Geography at Baku State University?
4 documents are required: Master's Diploma (Apostilled), Master's Transcript (Apostilled), Valid Passport Scan, Hepatitis B, C and HIV test results. Translation and certification of documents are covered by the WSEC service package.
05When are admissions for Geography at Baku State University, and what is the deadline?
For the 2026 academic year the application deadline for Geography at Baku State University is 15.10.2026.
06Is there a dormitory for Baku State University students, and how much is it?
There are 1 dormitory options near Baku State University with placement through WSEC; monthly prices start from 100 $.
07Where do Geography graduates work and what do they do?
Baku State University Geography graduates work as Geographer and GIS specialist, Geography teacher (with pedagogical training), Urban and regional planning specialist, Environment and disaster management specialist. In Azerbaijan: Ministry of Ecology and municipalities, Mapping and GIS companies, Tourism Agency. Abroad, the diploma is recognized through the procedure of the destination country; WSEC provides free guidance on the documents.
08Does applying to Baku State University through WSEC cost anything, and how does it work?
The application is free and creates no obligation. Your documents are reviewed within 1 business day and, if eligible, the Baku State University invitation letter is obtained. Visa, airport pickup, dormitory placement and residence permit are handled under the WSEC service package.
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