Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Postgraduate Certificate | Online (optional) | Fanshawe College | London, Canada
12 months
Duration
17196 CAD/year
5774 CAD/year
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About

GIS analysts, technicians and specialists are in-demand in both the private and public sector, and require a unique skill set and knowledge of current technologies. Discover a rewarding career with the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program of Fanshawe College, available in-class or online with courses scheduled Monday to Thursday evenings. 

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Overview

Map your way to exciting and meaningful work with our GIS courses

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program of Fanshawe College  offers a project-based, software intensive format that focuses on building a foundation in GIS, with the flexibility to focus your studies in your selected area of expertise in geographic data. You’ll have access to our cutting-edge technology that will help you develop skills in remote-sensing, object-oriented programming, spatial analysis and modelling, digital photogrammetry, map projections, web map GIS and CAD skills.

You can also apply your skills in an optional four-month summer co-op work experience with an associated GIS-based employer. GIS placements may include government agencies, GIS software employers, and other private industry companies that use GIS technology. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in the field and connect with industry partners.  

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Information Systems
  • Programming Basics-OOP
  • Spatial Data Acquisition
  • Remote Sensing
  • Advanced Analysis in GIS
  • Web GIS 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
  • If you are an international student, contact our International department to learn about timelines for international applicants.

Language

English
IELTS admission requirements IELTS
6.5
TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
88
Duolingo English Test admission requirements Duolingo English Test
125
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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
3

English requirements

IELTS admission requirements IELTS
6.5
TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
88
Duolingo English Test admission requirements Duolingo English Test
125
Take A Free Practice Test!

Other requirements

General requirements

  • A Two- or Three-Year College Diploma, or a Degree (Note: minimum 'B' average or 3.0 GPA)
  • Equivalent qualification from another institution with a minimum 'B' average or 3.0 GPA as judged by the College to be equivalent to the above
  • Professional background and experience judged by the College to be equivalent to the above
  • Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English 

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    17196 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 17196 CAD for the full programme during 12 months.
  • National

    5774 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 5774 CAD for the full programme during 12 months.

Online

  • Canadian students: $5,506 per full programme

Living costs for London

1037 - 1625 CAD /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

226 countries / Need-based
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Various benefits
Grant
31 Oct 2022
Deadline

Leopold Figl Foundation
Canada / Merit-based
EDC Future Leader Scholarship
5000 CAD
Grant
27 Feb 2023
Deadline

Canada / Merit-based
EDC Latin+ Community Leader Scholarship
5000 CAD
Grant
27 Feb 2023
Deadline

Canada
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
5000 CAD
Grant
04 Oct 2022
Deadline

Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Canada / Merit-based
EDC 2SLGBTQ+ Community Leader Scholarship
5000 CAD
Grant
27 Feb 2023
Deadline

Canada / Merit-based
EDC DiversABILITY Community Leader Scholarship
5000 CAD
Grant
27 Feb 2023
Deadline

Canada / Merit-based
EDC Indigenous Community Leader Scholarship
5000 CAD
Grant
27 Feb 2023
Deadline

Canada / Merit-based
EDC Ukrainian Empowerment Scholarship
5000 CAD
Grant
27 Feb 2023
Deadline

226 countries / Merit-based
Finduddannelse Sustainability Scholarship
Various benefits
Grant
22 Sep 2022
Deadline

Finduddannelse
225 countries / Merit-based
Education Future International Scholarship
200000 INR
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

Education Future
Canada
Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP)
Various benefits
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

Government Of Canada
226 countries
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
5000 USD
Grant
01 Apr 2023
Deadline

BeArt-Presets
2 countries
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)
12500 USD
Grant
15 Mar 2023
Deadline

The International Peace Scholarship Fund
226 countries
Fulbright U.S. Student Program, 2022
Various benefits
Grant
11 Oct 2022
Deadline

U.S. government
2 countries
Nora's Nursery Scholarship Program
1000 USD
Grant
28 Jun 2023
Deadline

225 countries / Merit-based
Higher Education Scholarship Test for Indian students
100000 INR
Grant
30 Oct 2022
Deadline

Ministry of Information & Technology (IT)
Canada / Merit-based
Niara Scholarship Application
500 CAD
Grant
Anytime
Deadline

19 countries
Women in STEM StudySoup Scholarship
500 USD
Grant
14 Jan 2024
Deadline

19 countries
Future Innovator Scholarship
500 USD
Grant
03 Dec 2023
Deadline

Canada
Traditional Fulbright Canada Student Awards
25000 USD
Grant
01 Oct 2022
Deadline

U.S. government
18 countries / Merit-based
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Various benefits
Grant
31 Mar 2022
Deadline

Aga Khan Foundation
30 countries
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
1000 USD
Grant
30 Nov 2022
Deadline

The Smooth Movers
226 countries
ServiceScape Scholarship
1000 USD
Grant
30 Nov 2022
Deadline

ServiceScape
226 countries
ACES Scholarships
3500 USD
Grant
15 Nov 2022
Deadline

ACES Education Fund
Worldwide / Merit-based
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Various benefits
Grant
30 Dec 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
Study abroad Scholarship - Collect
10000 SEK
Grant
31 May 2023
Deadline

Worldwide / Merit-based
iVisa Annual Scholarship
1500 USD
Grant
14 May 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
IMSOGLO Consortium Scholarship
2000 EUR
Grant
30 May 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
1500 USD
Grant
30 Mar 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
Anonymous Hope Fund
3000 USD
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

Worldwide
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
8000 EUR
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

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