
Overview
Key Features
The Professional Geographic Information Systems Technology (Certificate NDP) degree from University of Arizona offer two GIST options.
- MSGIST - Masters of Science in GIS Technology
- (in-person or fully online offering)
- PGIST Certificate - Professional GIS Technology Certificate
- (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.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Geographic Information Science
- Remote Sensing Science
- Raster Spatial Analysis
- Vector Spatial Analysis
- Geographic Information Systems Programming and Automation
- WebGIS
- Applied GIS
- Open Source GIS
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Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Geography Geology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 194 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United StatesExplore more key information
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English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- GRE Required: No
- Minimum GPA: 2.75 on 4.0 Scale
- Official Transcripts: Yes, from all previous institutions
- Statement of Purpose: Yes. Your statement of purpose should describe your interest in the geospatial industry, your previous experience in GIS (if any) and what skills you would like to develop in the program. The statement of purpose should be 300 words or less.
- Letter of Recommendation: Yes. You should include a single letter of recommendation that is signed and dated. It should indicate the connection between you and the person writing the recommendation.
- 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
33600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33600 USD per year during 6 months. -
National
33600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33600 USD per year during 6 months. -
In-State
13400 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13400 USD per year during 6 months.
Living costs for Tucson
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Funding
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