Geographic Information Systems Certificate

University of Alabama

The objectives of the graduate certificate in Geographic Information Science (GIS) offered through the Department of Geography are to provide students with a concentrated geography background focusing on geographic information techniques, to prepare students with technical skills in using GIS, and to qualify students for a wide range of GIS applications. It is possible for students to earn a graduate certificate in GIS while enrolled in another graduate program at the university. The Department of Geography is a member of the University Consortium for GIS (UCGIS), and the UN Global Geospatial Information Management Academic Network of Americas. Objectives of the GIS Certificate Program include: to provide participants with a concentrated geography background focusing on geographic information techniques, to prepare participants with technical skills in using GIS, and to qualify participants to apply GIS in various professional areas. The GIS certificate program requires a total of 20 credit hours, including 12 credit hours of required courses and 8 credit hours for elective courses.

College of Arts and Sciences