Overview

Classes can be taken online, in person, or a combination of both. Introductory level courses offer foundational knowledge and advanced courses teach the skills needed to get to the next level.

GIS is routinely applied in mapping, remote sensing, urban planning, emergency management, hazard mitigation, surveying, public health, agriculture, geology, archaeology, and so much more!

Gain Professional Competencies

Study the fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Science and Technology alongside the Geographic Information Systems course at East Tennessee State University and learn basic and advanced functions of geospatial software and hardware.

Learn fundamental remote sensing and spatial analysis techniques, including the creation and acquisition of original spatial data. Data may come from a variety of sources including regional, national, and international databases. These may include live data feeds, virtual feature services, ground-penetrating radar, small Unmanned Aerial Vehicle platforms, and other sensors.

Automate spatial analysis processes through model building and basic code development.

Apply advanced analysis techniques using multiple proprietary and open-source GIS platforms.

Manage a comprehensive geospatial project.

Learn multidisciplinary modeling techniques and design webmapping, mobile applications, or servers.

Job prospects

Graduates are well-positioned to enter the workforce or advance their careers. GIS is interdisciplinary and applied in various professions, such as utilities management, energy development, conservation planning, public health, and natural resources management.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geospatial Analysis

Advanced Geographic Information Systems

Advanced Cartography: Web and Mobile Mapping

Topics in Geospatial Analysis

Geographic Information Systems Projects

Statistics for Geosciences

Independent Study

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00

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Language

English

Credits

12 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johnson City, United States

Disciplines

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 164 other Bachelors in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A master's degree is not required for this program, and a student's undergraduate degree does not have to be related to this field.

There are no prerequisites, although students with no background or prior coursework in GIS are advised to take classes in a certain order (students will work with the certificate coordinator when enrolling in classes).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

15672 USD / year

≈ 15672 USD / year
Out-of-State

7836 USD / year

≈ 7836 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6096 USD / year

≈ 6096 USD / year

Additional Details

GA, KY, NC, SC, VA: $540 per credit

Living costs

Johnson City

United States

1017 - 1889 USD / month

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

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Gain Professional Competencies

Job prospects

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Johnson City

Funding

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