Geographic Information Science (GIS) Master's

Program Overview

This flexible GIS program offers three completion options: thesis, APP, or coursework-only. The core curriculum includes courses in geodatabase, geospatial modeling, advanced GIS, and remote sensing. Students can choose from a range of restricted and unrestricted electives to tailor their studies. The program emphasizes applied learning and is taught by experts in the field.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Course Schedule: The program can be completed in a flexible way through three distinct options: thesis, APP, or coursework-only.
• Course Structure:
• Common Core:
32 credits minimum for the thesis option, 34 credits minimum for the Alternative Plan Paper Option, and 36 Credits minimum for the Coursework-only Option.
• Required Courses:
• GEOG 671: Geodatabase (3 credits)
• GEOG 672: Geospatial Modeling & Simulation (3 credits)
• GEOG 673: Advanced GIS (3 credits)
• GEOG 674: Advanced Remote Sensing (3 credits)
• GEOG 670: Seminar in GIS (3 credits)
• Restricted Electives:
Students must choose 12-18 credits from a list of approved courses.
• Unrestricted Electives: Students may choose 0-6 credits from a list of approved courses outside of the Geography department.
• Capstone Course:
• GEOG 679: GIS Practicum (3 credits) - Required for the Coursework-only Option.
• GEOG 694: Alternate Plan Paper (1-2 credits) - Required for the Alternate Plan Paper Option.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program is taught by subject matter experts and professionals in their fields.
• Faculty: The program faculty includes Dr. Binod Tiwari, Dr. Yanling Li, and Dr. Xiangming Xiao.
• Unique Approaches: The program has an applied focus that integrates courses in information technology, business, urban and regional studies, and GIS.

Careers: