PSM Geographic Information Science at University of North Dakota

Programme overview

UND's online Geographic Information Science (GISc) PSM offers you a flexible way to pursue advanced education in geospatial data science. GISc is part of the global cyberinfrastructure concerned with the acquisition, storage, manipulation and analysis of spatial data and processes. The GISc PSM focuses on both geospatial training along with workplace skills that help enhance a career in GISc. The program is perfect for working professionals who want to learn or update their GISc skills for employment or career advancement for bachelors-prepared students looking to expand their options.

Department: Department of Geography & Geographic Information Science | Duration: 2 years (30 credit hours) | Study mode: online | Intake: Fall (May 1), Spring (Oct. 1), Summer (April 1) | Location: Grand Forks, ND, United States

What you will study

Students seeking the Master of Science in Geography degree (on-campus, thesis or non-thesis option) at the University of North Dakota must satisfy all general requirements set forth by the School of Graduate Studies as well as particular requirements set forth by the Department of Geography and Geographic Information Science. Required courses include GEOG 500 Graduate Studies in Geography (Repeatable with different topics); GEOG 576 Field Methods and Analysis in Geography; GEOG 578 Geographic Research and Writing; GEOG 574 Advanced Techniques in Geographic Information Systems; GEOG 597 Graduate Internship (*repeatable to 6 credits); GEOG 475 Digital Image Processing.

Career pathways

A PSM degree in GISc provides you with specialized skills in geospatial technology and data analysis. This unique combination of scientific knowledge and practical training opens the door to a variety of career opportunities including:

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Application information

Entry requirements

The applicant must meet the School of Graduate Studies’ current minimum general admission requirements as published in the graduate catalog. A four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university. A GPA of at least 3.00 in all undergraduate work. A minimum of 9 semester credits of undergraduate coursework in geography or a closely related field. Satisfy the School of Graduate Studies’ English Language Proficiency requirements as published in the graduate catalog. International applicants who have received their bachelor’s or master’s degree in the United States or English speaking Canada are not required to submit the TOEFL or IELTS. Meet all School of Graduate Studies requirements for admission. Outstanding applicants are evaluated on an individual basis and those with limited background in geography but a distinguished record in another discipline may be accepted in a qualified or provisional status.

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.

Terms run Fall (August-December), Spring (January-May) and Summer (May-August).

Graduate applications go through the UND admissions application with a $35 non-refundable fee (no waivers); each graduate program sets its own deadline, listed in the Program Finder. Three academic or professional references and a statement of goals are required.

International graduate applicants: Fall May 1, Spring Sept. 1, Summer Feb. 1, unless the program sets a specific deadline. Application fee $35.

Apply through the official page: https://und.edu/admissions/graduate/apply.html

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