Program Overview
Students develop expertise in geospatial technologies, including GIS, remote sensing, and spatial analysis. The program offers a range of electives in cultural-systematic, physical, regional, and techniques courses, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests. Graduates are prepared for careers in fields such as environmental planning, natural resource management, and transportation modeling.
Program Outline
Outline:
Geospatial Science (BS)
Program Requirements
Major Common Core
- GEOG 101 Introductory Physical Geography (4 credits)
Major Restricted Electives
Cultural-Systematic
(Choose 3 Credit(s))
- GEOG 210W Landscapes and Places (3 credits)
- GEOG 425 Economic Geography (3 credits)
- GEOG 428 Human Migration (3 credits)
- GEOG 435 Urban Geography (3 credits)
- GEOG 436 Rural Geography (3 credits)
- GEOG 437 Political Geography (3 credits)
- GEOG 438 Social Geography (3 credits)
Physical
(Choose 3 - 4 Credit(s))
- GEOG 217 Weather (4 credits)
- GEOG 313 Natural Disasters (4 credits)
- GEOG 315 Geomorphology (4 credits)
- GEOG 410 Climatic Environments (3 credits)
- GEOG 411 Soils Geomorphology (4 credits)
- GEOG 412 Advanced Weather (4 credits)
- GEOG 413 Soil Conservation (4 credits)
- GEOG 414 Biogeography (3 credits)
- GEOG 415 Earth Surface Processes (4 credits)
- GEOG 416W Fluvial Geomorphology and Hydrology (4 credits)
- GEOG 417 Quaternary Environments and Climatic Change (4 credits)
- GEOG 420 Conservation of Natural Resources (3 credits)
Regional
(Choose 3 Credit(s))
- GEOG 340 United States (3 credits)
- GEOG 342 Geography of Minnesota (3 credits)
- GEOG 445 Latin America (3 credits)
- GEOG 446 Canada (3 credits)
- GEOG 450 Europe (3 credits)
- GEOG 458 Geography of East Asia (3 credits)
Capstone Experience
(Choose 1 - 4 Credit(s))
- GEOG 440 Field Studies (1-4 credits)
- GEOG 480 Seminar (1-4 credits)
- GEOG 491 Senior Paper (1-4 credits)
- GEOG 497 Internship (1-10 credits)
Techniques
(Choose 3 - 4 Credit(s))
- GEOG 105 Introduction to Geospatial Technologies (3 credits)
- GEOG 352 GIS for Crime Analysis (3 credits)
- GEOG 370 Cartographic Techniques (4 credits)
- GEOG 373 Introduction to Geography Information Systems (4 credits)
- GEOG 439 Transportation Modeling & GIS (4 credits)
- GEOG 471 Digital Field Mapping with GPS (4 credits)
- GEOG 473 Intermediate GIS (4 credits)
- GEOG 474 Introduction to Remote Sensing (4 credits)
- GEOG 475 Open-Source GIS (4 credits)
- GEOG 476 Spatial Statistics (3 credits)
- GEOG 478 Spatial Analysis with GIS (3 credits)
- GEOG 479 GIS Practicum (1-4 credits)
- GEOG 481 GIS and Environmental Hazards (3 credits)
- GEOG 482 GIS for Natural Resources (4 credits)
- GEOG 483 Cloud Mapping & Visualization (4 credits)
- GEOG 484 Web GIS (4 credits)
- GEOG 485 GIS Programming (4 credits)
Major Unrestricted Electives
Additional Electives (Choose 22 - 27 Credit(s)). Total credits in major must equal or exceed 48. Take number of credits needed to reach 48. Up to 6 elective credits may be taken outside of Geography with departmental permission.
GEOG 200 - 499
(credits)
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Overview:
Minnesota State University, Mankato is a public university located in Mankato, Minnesota. It is known for its supportive community and commitment to providing high-impact educational experiences and real-world opportunities for its students. The university emphasizes its dedication to student success and empowering them to make a positive impact on the world.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at Minnesota State University, Mankato can expect a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for engagement. The university offers a wide range of student organizations, clubs, and activities, including:
Campus Recreation:
Provides opportunities for fitness, recreation, and social interaction.Centennial Student Union:
Serves as a hub for student activities, events, and services.Career Development Center:
Offers resources and support for career exploration, job searching, and professional development.Housing:
Provides various on-campus residence communities for students.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
Promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.Health and Safety:
Offers resources and services to ensure the well-being and safety of students.Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Impact Educational Experiences:
The university provides students with opportunities for real-world learning, research, and community engagement.Real-World Opportunities:
Students have access to internships, job shadowing, and other experiences that prepare them for their chosen careers.Supportive Community:
The university fosters a sense of belonging and provides students with the support they need to succeed.Strong Academic Programs:
Minnesota State University, Mankato offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including specialized accreditations and certifications.National Leader in Undergraduate Research:
The university is recognized for its commitment to undergraduate research and provides students with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research.Academic Programs:
Minnesota State University, Mankato offers over 130 undergraduate areas of study and over 75 graduate areas of study. The university also has a strong focus on online and off-campus programs, with over 50 options available.
Other:
- The university has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, with a dedicated Multicultural Center and LGBT Center.
- Minnesota State University, Mankato has a large alumni network with over 120,000 alumni worldwide.
- The university is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities.
