B.S. in Geography and Geographic Information Systems

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Program Facts

College: College of Liberal & Fine Arts

Major: Geography and Geographic Information Systems

Degree Level: Bachelor's

Delivery Format:
  • On-Campus
  • Hybrid
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Credit Hours: 120

Duration: 4 Years

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Overview

The Bachelor of Science degree in Geography and Geographic Information Systems (GGIS) is a hands-on, student-focused program that is designed to inspire, captivate, and prepare you for your future career in any related field or industry. Geography and Geographic Information Systems are computer-based systems used for recording, storing, analyzing, and displaying spatial/geographic data. GGIS show a myriad of different types of data and display spatial statistics in order to draw specified conclusions. In essence, GGIS are storytelling by way of geography instead of books.

Every time we use navigation on our smartphones, look up the nearest restaurant, or decide where to vacation to, we are using GGIS. Geography and Geographic information systems are used to track environmental changes, crime patterns, wildlife migration routes, urban development, shopping and consumer habits, oil and gas exploration, disease outbreaks, just to name a few. These systems are used in every sector of the economy and in almost every discipline.

Program Benefits

  • Preparation for competitive job market
  • Hands-on training
  • Excellent faculty mentorship

Courses

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Learning Outcomes

  • Critical Thinking: Students will be able to identify, and spatially conceptualize a problem, and logically argue for the use of geospatial techniques in addressing the problem.
  • Technology: Students will demonstrate skill in the use of GIS related software and related research databases and equipment.
  • Data Analysis: Students will demonstrate skill in using standard GIS data analysis techniques.
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Career Outcomes

  • Energy and utilities
  • Real Estate and business
  • Urban development and city management
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is Geographic Information Systems?

    Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a technology and field of study that focuses on capturing, storing, analyzing, and visualizing spatial (location-based) data. In simpler terms, GIS helps people understand where things are, what they are like, and how they relate to each other in space.

  • What can I do with a degree in Geography and Geographic Information Systems?

    Graduates work in fields in public, private, and non-profit sectors such as urban planning, environmental science, transportation, public health, emergency management, natural resource management, and data analytics.

  • What’s the job outlook for Geography and GIS professionals?

    Demand is strong across government, environmental, and tech sectors, driven by the increasing use of geospatial data in decision-making.

  • What subjects are covered in a Geography and GIS degree?

    Core topics include World Regional Geography, Human Geography, Economic Geography, GIS, programming, and remote sensing. The curriculum is designed to provide modern-day exposure to the rapidly changing field of GIS.

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