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Overview
We offer two GIST options at Professional Geographic Information Systems Technology (Certificate NDP) at University of Arizona
- MSGIST - Masters of Science in GIS Technology
- (in-person or fully online offering)
- Professional Geographic Information Systems Technology (Certificate NDP) at University of Arizona
- (fully online certificate)
Both options integrate GIScience, cutting-edge GISystems, and geospatial technology with management skills for use in government, corporate, nonprofit, and academic settings. The comprehensive curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of working professionals seeking to improve their careers and for recent graduates seeking employment.
Department
Graduate students in the School of Geography and Development (SGD) benefit from the broad range of faculty expertise and strong links to interdisciplinary research centers across campus. Our work spans the discipline, from physical geography (climate science, dendrochronology, remote sensing, spatial science), to human-environment (political ecology, water policy, climate change) to human geography (development, state theory). Our shared commitment to collaboration and community makes for a lively and engaged department.
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Courses include
- Advanced Geographic Information Systems and Technology
- Master?s Project in Geographic Information Systems Technology
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Apply before , International
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 60
Credits
17 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 24 other Masters in Geography in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 3
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 60
Other requirements
General requirements
- GRE Required: No
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 Scale
- Official Transcripts: Yes, from all previous institutions
- Statement of Purpose: Yes
- Resume: Yes
- Application acceptance end date: Ongoing
- Admission restrictions: Your place in the program is not guaranteed until you have enrolled
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
20126 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10063 USD per semester and a duration of 6 months. -
National
20126 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10063 USD per semester and a duration of 6 months. -
In-State
11938 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5969 USD per semester and a duration of 6 months.
Funding
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