Geographic Information Systems (Graduate Certificate) at George Washington University

Programme overview

Geographic information systems (GIS) allow us to capture, manage, query, analyze, and model geospatially referenced data. GIS ties the idea of location to information, making it possible to visualize it all in map form. Using geospatial techniques we combine and overlay data to show complex scenarios from a geographic perspective. GIS also allows us to integrate data from diverse sources, helping identify relationships, trends, and patterns of distribution. GW's certificate program provides students with a solid grounding in geospatial theory and techniques, combined with the practical skills to apply these techniques to real-world problems.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Geography and Environment | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

Required coursework includes GEOG 6304 Geographic Information Systems I; GEOG 6305 Geospatial Statistics; GEOG 6303 Introduction to Remote Sensing; GEOG 6306 Geographic Information Systems II; GEOG 6307 Digital Image Processing.

Career pathways

Certificate students have an opportunity to pick from a broad range of electives that match their interests.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Apply through the official page: https://columbian.gwu.edu/graduate-admissions-faq

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