Overview

Program Details

Geographic Information Science - Geoenvironment and Planning at Western Illinois University bridges both the social sciences (human) and natural sciences (physical), is highly interdisciplinary, and the topics that can be studied include population, health, economics, transportation, location analysis, climates, landforms, vegetation, soils, water, and much more. Geographic Information Science (GIScience) is a fast growing field that utilizes geospatial technology to process, analyze and represent geographic data in maps and images.

Geography/GIScience students gain valuable technical skills working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing tools, and they develop analytical abilities interpreting and using data effectively.

The program is designed so each student will graduate with the technical proficiency of a GIS analyst-level professional.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Earth
GIS Data Acquisition
Principles of GIS
GIS Software and Scripting
GIS Data Integration
Advanced Cartography
Advanced Remote Sensing
Advanced Quantitative Methods and Applications in GIS
Advanced GIS Spatial Analysis
Social Applications of GIS
Environmental Applications of GIS

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Geography Information Technology (IT) Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 308 other Bachelors in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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General requirements

Western is one of just two public institutions in the state that are test-optional in regard to college admissions.

Tuition Fee

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International

14700 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7350 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

9800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4900 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

9800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4900 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Macomb

1100 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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