Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
The professional master of geographic information science (MGIS), administered by the Department of Geography, provides graduate-level work in the theory, applications, and technology of geographic information science (GIS). Courses for the program are divided into three broad categories.
Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Duration: 2 years / Plan C 35 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States
Required components: Required Courses, Advanced GIS Focus Courses, Electives, Outside Courses. Students must complete a professional portfolio and a set of concluding experiences including a public presentation, an exit survey, and a final meeting with an advisor.
Completion of a college-level course in statistics and computer programming, either through previous coursework or online (subject to approval by the GIS director of graduate studies), prior to or during the first year of the MGIS program. Applicants must submit an application form, transcripts, a clearly written personal statement of career interests and goals, and three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with their academic and/or employment background. The GRE is not required. All materials must be submitted by January 30 for fall semester entrance and by September 1 for spring semester entrance. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.5.
Duration: 2 years / Plan C 35 credits
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
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