Applied Geographic Information Systems Associate Certificate at University of the Fraser Valley

Programme overview

Enhance your degree or diploma with the Applied Geographic Information Systems associate certificate. This certificate offers you a hands-on introduction to GIS and digital mapping.

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Duration: One to two terms | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: January, September | Location: Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

You’ll complete three key courses — covering topics like GIS for business, conservation, and health and safety applications — totaling 10-14 credits. You also have the option to work on a capstone project to build a professional GIS portfolio tailored to your interests.

Career pathways

With the Applied Geographic Information Systems associate certificate, you’ll open doors to exciting career opportunities. This certificate equips you with the skills to work in various fields like community services, environmental management, and municipal planning.

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Application information

Entry requirements

One of the following: Completion of one of GEOG 355/PLAN 355 , GEOG 357/BIO 357 , GEOG 358 , or GEOG 359 . Completion of a 3- or 4-year degree or 2-year diploma or associate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

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

UFV has three semesters: Fall (September to December), Winter (January to April) and Summer (May to August; two sessions, May-June and July-August). Some programs accept new students only at specific times (for example Fall only); others accept students in all semesters.

Domestic applicants: programs with continuous application accept applications any time; programs with specific intakes accept applications for set start dates only, listed on the programs open for application page.

International applicants: application period for Fall (Sept to Dec) is Oct 1 to June 1, for Winter (Jan to Apr) is May 1 to Nov 1, and for Summer (May to Aug) is Oct 1 to March 1. Tuition deposit deadlines are June 15 (Fall), Nov 15 (Winter) and Mar 15 (Summer). Some programs may close early due to high demand.

Domestic applicants apply through EducationPlannerBC. Grade 12 students graduating in June may apply for continuous-application programs starting October 1 of their grade 12 year; final high school grades for Fall are due by August 3. The application fee is paid by credit card when applying, or by debit card or cheque at the Office of the Registrar on any campus.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ufv.ca/admissions/apply/

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