What is Geographic Information Systems?

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) represents the intersection of geospatial data management, analysis, research, and the visualization of mapping through different data types. GIS connects the data to a map, integrating where things are regarded to location with all types of descriptive information, such as what the physical features. This provides a foundation for mapping and analysis that is used in science and almost every industry.

How could Geographic Information Systems help me?

A concentration in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) helps students to instill a sound understanding in fundamental GIS concepts, applications, analysis, and programming. The opportunities in this market are expanding as GIS is changing the way the world works for hundreds of thousands of organizations in virtually every industry using GIS to develop maps that communicate, provide analysis, share in-depth knowledge, and solve complex problems around the world.

How does it work?

The general requirements for the Geographic Information Systems program are the same as the other Interdisciplinary Studies programs: 30 credit hours required, no more than 18 hours in any one academic area, etc. (see Admissions and Planning). Courses for credit must be approved by the program director before you register each semester. Knowledge of at least one foreign language or an acceptable equivalent is required for the Master of Arts degree, but not for the Master of Science.