Vancouver Island University - Graduate Programs

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Geographic Information Systems Applications

Vancouver Island University - Graduate Programs

Faculty:Arts
Degree:Master; Online
Field of Study:Cartography
Geography
Geography, Other
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $15,179
International: $43,613
Careers:Land SurveyorsGeographers

Description:

Take your love of mapping things out, analyzing data and using spatial science to predict change to the next level with a Master of Geographic Information Systems Applications at VIU. GIS master's program graduates have a wide range of career opportunities in areas such as forestry, resource management, urban and rural planning, government, banking, transportation and many more. The MGISA program is available to students with any undergraduate degree who have experience or training with GIS. This online Master of Geographical Information System covers both academic and practical application of spatial analysis, learning in classrooms and working hands-on with ArcGIS by ESRI GIS software.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Statement of Research Interests
    Significant previous experience or training in GIS including completion of an introductory GIS course from an accredited post-secondary institution.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 29, 2023