Geographic information science | Geospatial aspects of sustainable planning
Master of Science
The science of earth and space
In a world confronted by the impact of humans on the physical earth, the need for experts that can address that impact is high. Explore the science of space and place through advanced classes that include remote sensing, GIS programming, natural hazards, emergency planning and more. You will have access to professional research laboratories equipped for work in a variety of specialties and a spectrum of courses across the sub-disciplines of geology. This will lead to professional careers in the natural resources and energy field, environmental geology and earth science education.
Overview
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A map to the future
Degree fit
This degree could be a good fit if you:
- Want to advance your career in environmental science
- Need to keep pace with technological advances in the field
- Like to choose your academic pace
- Enjoy low student-to-teacher ratio
Career outcomes
Current job openings
602 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- GIS Technicians
$61,877 - Remote Sensing Technicians
$37,236 - Surveying and Mapping Technicians
$41,894 - Urban and Regional Planners
$67,317 - Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
$61,448
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
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Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
Many of your courses will include a lab, and you’ll also have opportunities to contribute to faculty research projects, including:
- Polar meteorology and remote sensing in arctic environments
- Regional climate change in the western United States
- Forest disturbances and environmental change
- Human adaptation to climate change in high latitudes
- Natural resource applications of GIS in quantifying carbon fluxes
Clubs
- GeoClub
Application information
Application requirements for an M.S. in geographic information science, geospatial aspects of sustainable planning include:
- Education level: Bachelor's
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
- Number of references: 3
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.