Overview
The Master of Science in Geospatial Intelligence (MS GEOINT) from University of Maryland program encompasses a 30-credit (10 units of 3-credit courses) course structure comprising five core courses and a selection of five courses among electives. The courses cover spatial analysis, remote sensing, big data analytics, geovisualization, programming in web and mobile GIS, geospatial intelligence in various fields, etc. The Graduate Certificate in Professional Studies in Geospatial Intelligence (GCPS GEOINT) program is also offered, which entails 15 credits from five courses (three core and two elective courses). The credits earned from a GCPS GEOINT can be transferred towards the MS GEOINT.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- GEOINT Systems and Platforms
- Programming and Scripting in GIS
- Fundamentals of Geospatial Intelligence
- Advances in GIS and Remote Sensing
- Algorithms for Geospatial Intelligence Analysis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 191 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
- CV/Resume
- Supplementary Application (optional)
Tuition Fee
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International
51180 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1706 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
51180 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1706 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
23040 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 768 USD per credit during 12 months.
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Funding
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