• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

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Our geographic information science program is an excellent choice if you are interested in solving social and environmental problems using advanced spatial information technology. As one of our students, you’ll learn about topics as wide-ranging as natural resources, environmental science, transportation, emergency management, social science, and planning.

Students with this type of degree are in high demand by employers in a variety of industries.

What are Geographic Information Systems?

Geographic Information Systems, commonly referred to as GIS, are computer systems that acquire, manipulate, analyze, and map spatial (or geographic) data. A GIS connects a map and a database that allows powerful analysis of information related to physical spaces. By studying GIScience, you’ll understand how these systems work. This will ultimately let you use technology to have a substantial impact on society.

What You Will Learn

In the GIS curriculum, your l learn how to visualize information in ways that reveal relationships, patterns, and trends by using computer software for:

practical skills and software relevant to jobs in GIScience

underlying theory and concepts that inform the best use of GIS technology and data

project management skills from start to finish: time management, data preparation, analysis, visualization, and final reporting

What Can You Do with a Degree in Geographic Information Science?

Geographic information science (GIS) is a multibillion-dollar industry employing people worldwide. Many public and private organizations use geographic information processing and mapping systems worldwide and college graduates with these skills are in great demand.

With this new wave of technology, you can pursue a variety of jobs, including:

natural resource and agricultural land manager

infrastructure manager

environmental engineer

environmental planner

所属院系

进入哪个院系学习？ College of Sciences and Humanities

中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 You should apply as a freshman undergraduate student if: you have completed or will complete high school or secondary school before the semester you apply to start; you have not attended a university, college, or other postsecondary institution; you wish to earn a bachelor’s degree. Required Scores to demonstrate English Proficiency: TOEFL iBT 79; IELTS 6.5 Band; Pearson's PTE 53

课程信息

学制：全日制(120 学分)

学费：US$25,126.00 (¥ 162,663) /年

开学时间：预计在八月 2022

申请截止日期：

留学地点：College of Sciences and HumanitiesNorth Quad (NQ), room 193,Ball State University,MUNCIE,Indiana,47306, United States