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Earth Systems and Geoinformation Sciences, PhD at George Mason University

George Mason University, United States

Programme overview

The Earth Systems and Geoinformation Sciences (ESGS) doctoral program is based upon the integration of the scientific disciplines in geosystems, geography, geosciences, and geoinformatics. Students receive broad-based training in systematic geosciences and geography, as well as technical courses in computation and geoinformation sciences. The ESGS doctoral program represents a gateway to an academic career for some students; for others, it facilitates career advancement in the public sector or private industry.

Faculty: College of Science  |  Duration: 72 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Fairfax, VA, United States

What you will study

Total 72 credits. Curriculum courses listed include Quantitative Methods; Earth Science Data and Advanced Data Analysis; Advanced Spatial Statistics; Spatial Modeling for Public Health; Introduction to GIS Algorithms and Programming; Spatial Data Structures.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-wide admissions policies can be found in the Graduate Admissions

Graduate applicants pay a non-refundable $75 application fee. Application deadlines and requirements differ by programme and are listed on each programme's page.

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