Developed and awarded by the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, US.

The Bachelor of Science (Geographic Information Science) degree provides students with cutting-edge knowledge, skills, and abilities in using geospatial sciences, and this includes geographical information systems (GIS), remote sensing, locational analysis, and geographic visualization.

The curriculum focuses on the theoretical foundations geographical information science, the development and use of state-of-the-art software and emerging technology, and the collection, processing, and interpretation of geospatial information.

You will:

• Be proficient in collecting, describing, analyzing, interpreting, and visualizing patterns, processes, and interactions of geospatial phenomena including the environment, human activities, and their interactions in time and space.
• Develop skills in using state-of-the-art geospatial software and technologies employed in research, industry, and government agencies.
• Be equipped with theoretical and practical experience in solving geospatial problems in a variety of geographic realms including the environment, health, cities, and social media.

More than 50% of modules are taught by US /overseas visiting faculty, covering the full semester throughout the entire program. The rest of the modules are taught by qualified local faculty with the experience and academic expertise approved by UB.

Career Prospects

The geospatial technology and services industry is growing in the US and worldwide, providing high-wage career opportunities in a wide range of employment sectors. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (US Department of Labor) lists geospatial technology (cartography and photogrammetry, in particular) as an emerging industry with high demand for workers and potential for growth.

Career Choices:

• Cartographer
• Climatologist
• Computer analyst
• Ecologist
• Environmental scientist/manager
• Geomorphologist
• GIS specialist
• Health care
• Market research analyst
• Meteorologist
• Natural resource manager
• Researcher
• Urban and transportation planner

Work settings include:

• Consulting companies
• Engineering and marketing consultants
• GIS software development, implementation
• Government agencies
• Local, city and/or state planning offices
• Multinational corporations
• Real estate developers
• Social services organizations
• Universities