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Geographic Information Science

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The Geographic Information Science certificate at the University of Mary Washington addresses the growing demand for GIS-trained personnel in today’s working world. Built on a vision combining core theory with real-world applications to provide a state-of-the-art GIS educational experience, the certificate introduces students to a wide array of critical functions in ArcGIS.

Areas of Study

The field encompasses integrated hardware, software, and database systems that are capable of capturing, storing, analyzing, and displaying geographical information. Upon completion of the certificate, students may be eligible to apply for an additional professional certification in GIS administrated by the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI).

Requirements

The certificate requires 19 credit hours of GIS course work introducing students to advanced spatial analysis, Python programming in ArcGIS, geodatabase design, spatial statistics and modeling, image analysis and more. The certificate can be obtained solely through evening classes.

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Special Majors

Students also have the option to design a special major that combines courses from two or more academic disciplines into a coherent plan of study. Special majors are developed with a faculty advisor and approved by a curriculum committee. Examples of some of the special majors UMW students have developed are journalism, digital media studies, Italian studies, linguistics, biochemistry, communication, arts management, and Latin American studies.

Honors Program

The undergraduate Honors Program offers advanced students the opportunity to engage in rigorous honors designated coursework, interdisciplinary seminars, strong internship experiences, extended research and creative projects, and community service as part of a supportive community of learners.

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